Real feedback from customers using Alverin & Co for everyday walking support.
Before this, I was always watching the ground because I was worried my toe would catch. The extra lift makes my steps feel more controlled, and I’m much less nervous when walking on sidewalks or uneven surfaces.
Kelly P.
That was the biggest thing for me. I tried a hard plastic AFO before and had to buy larger shoes just to make it work. This one slides into my sneakers without needing extra room and has made getting around, especially on stairs, much easier.
Christina U.
I have peripheral neuropathy and my left foot doesn’t lift the way it used to. I was nervous about falling and had stopped going on walks with my husband. After about a month with this brace, I feel much more confident walking again.
Kiersten U.
Before this, I was always watching the ground because I was worried my toe would catch. The extra lift makes my steps feel more controlled, and I’m much less nervous when walking on sidewalks or uneven surfaces.
Deedee G.
My previous brace was stiff and uncomfortable enough that I rarely wore it. This feels lighter and is much easier to use throughout the day. I can wear it with my normal shoes and adjust the tension depending on how much support I need.
Robert T.
I’ve tried a few different supports, but most ended up sitting in a drawer because they were uncomfortable or inconvenient. This one is easy to put on, doesn’t feel overly bulky, and has become part of my normal routine.
Susan D.
Foot drop, nerve weakness, or neurological conditions can make it difficult to lift the front of your foot as you walk.
This can cause toe dragging, frequent trips, and compensatory movements through your hips and knees, leading to tiring, unstable steps and a constant fear of falling.
A supportive foot drop brace helps keep your foot in a more natural, lifted position while walking, improving toe clearance and stability.
This can help reduce stumbling, promote smoother movement, and give you greater confidence and independence throughout the day.
LESS OF THE SHIFT FOLLOWING YOU HOME. MORE OF THE EVENING FEELING LIKE YOURS.
When your foot doesn’t lift enough, your toes can catch the ground, your steps may feel uneven, and every walk can take extra concentration. Over time, that can make you slow down, avoid longer walks, or worry about stumbling.
StepUp uses an adjustable tension-string system to gently support your foot in a neutral, slightly lifted position as you walk.
It’s designed to help reduce toe drag, improve foot clearance, and guide your foot through a smoother, more natural step.
Walk with greater stability, smoother steps, and less effort from the very first use.
Foot drop can cause your body to compensate with hip hiking, excessive knee lifting, and uneven weight shifting, placing extra strain on your joints and lower back.
StepUp helps lift and support your foot with adjustable string tension, reducing the need for these awkward compensatory movements and helping your lower body move more naturally.
HOLDING ISN'T TRAINING. THIS DOES THE REPS.
Traditional AFO braces are often so bulky that you need to size up your shoes by one or even two sizes just to fit them.
StepUp Brace takes a different approach. Its soft, flexible design gently wraps around your ankle and fits easily into the shoes you already wear.
Comfortable support without the extra bulk or the need for oversized shoes.
Secure enough to support. Never tight enough to hurt.
When your foot drags as you walk, your toes repeatedly rub against the ground. Over time, this friction can cause dry skin, calluses, and painful blisters that may crack, break open, and become difficult to heal.
StepUp Brace helps keep your foot and toes gently lifted while you walk, reducing toe drag and friction against the ground.
This helps protect your skin and reduce the risk of calluses, blisters, and irritation under the toes.
Start low. Stay in control.
When we first created StepUp Brace, we never expected it to make such a meaningful difference in the way so many people move through their day.
From helping prevent toe drag and reducing the risk of falls to giving people the confidence to walk more freely, our mission is simple: keep innovating and keep supporting you every step of the way.
HONEST SUPPORT. NO MIRACLE CLAIMS.
The newest version of the StepUp Dynamic Foot Brace has been thoroughly tested and endorsed by chiropractors, orthopedists, rheumatologists, neurologists, and neurosurgeons.
Its dynamic design is developed to provide reliable support, improved foot lift, and greater walking stability, helping people move with more confidence and less strain in everyday life.
StepUp provides gentle support to help lift the front of your foot as you walk. This can help reduce toe dragging, improve foot clearance, and make walking feel more stable on stairs or uneven surfaces.
Yes. Because the StepUp Brace is made from soft, breathable fabric instead of hard plastic, it slides easily into your everyday shoes.
Yes. You can tighten or loosen the ring to adjust the level of support and find what feels most comfortable for you.
The flexible tension system helps keep your foot in a natural position while walking and may help reduce toe dragging.
StepUp is best suited for mild to moderate foot drop, including cases related to stroke recovery, nerve injury, or muscle weakness.
For severe foot drop, rigid ankle instability, or an ankle that cannot be moved by hand, a doctor-prescribed rigid AFO may be more appropriate.
Yes. Keeping your foot at a 90° angle while you sleep helps maintain the calf and Achilles tendon in a neutral position.
This can help reduce morning stiffness and discomfort and make it easier to lift your foot when you start walking.
Yes. StepUp Brace is made with lightweight, breathable materials for comfortable wear throughout the day.
It can take a little time to get used to wearing StepUp. Start with shorter periods and gradually increase wear as it feels more comfortable.
StepUp is designed to support your foot in a natural position while keeping comfort in mind.