--- product_id: 47754453 title: "Step-Smart Drop Foot Brace/AFO, Adjustable Foot Drop Brace for Walking with Shoes or Running (Left Foot - Small/Medium), Made in the U.S.A. by Insightful Products" brand: "step-smart" price: "₱28957" currency: PHP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.ph/products/47754453-step-smart-drop-foot-brace-afo-adjustable-foot-drop-brace store_origin: PH region: Philippines --- # 3/4 foot plate for natural toe flex Patented Jacob Joint tech Lightweight & energy efficient (<1 lb) Step-Smart Drop Foot Brace/AFO, Adjustable Foot Drop Brace for Walking with Shoes or Running (Left Foot - Small/Medium), Made in the U.S.A. by Insightful Products **Brand:** step-smart **Price:** ₱28957 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🦶 Step into freedom — where support meets natural motion ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Step-Smart Drop Foot Brace/AFO, Adjustable Foot Drop Brace for Walking with Shoes or Running (Left Foot - Small/Medium), Made in the U.S.A. by Insightful Products by step-smart - **How much does it cost?** ₱28957 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ph](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/47754453-step-smart-drop-foot-brace-afo-adjustable-foot-drop-brace) ## Best For - step-smart enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted step-smart brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Clinically Preferred:** Trusted by medical pros and patients for superior drop foot relief - • **Effortless Natural Gait:** Maintains ankle action & toe flexibility for a fluid walking experience - • **Precision Shock Absorption:** Preload resistance activates instantly at heel strike to protect joints - • **Customizable Support Levels:** Three compression bumpers let you tailor resistance from gentle to firm - • **Discreet & Comfortable Design:** Low-profile, lightweight brace fits easily inside shoes without bulk ## Overview The Step-Smart Drop Foot Brace is a lightweight, low-profile ankle-foot orthosis designed in the U.S.A. to restore natural gait and toe flexibility for drop foot sufferers. Featuring patented Jacob Joint technology and customizable resistance levels, it provides immediate shock absorption at heel strike while fitting comfortably inside most shoes. Clinically favored for its energy-efficient design, it supports walking and running with enhanced comfort and biomechanical precision. ## Description *A restocking fee may apply per desertcart policies. * The Step-Smart is a low profile, light weight, energy efficient brace that is a favorite of drop foot sufferers who want to maintain a natural gait and flexibility in their ankle and toes. Biomechanically, the Step-Smart design is more energy efficient than competitive designs. At only 11” high and weighing under 1 lb, the Step-Smart brace offers functionality and comfort. This fully articulated brace maintains ankle action, feeling and flexibility in the toes, allows for clearance during swing phase, shock absorption at heel strike, and natural toe break. Patented ‘Jacob Joint’ technology allows one brace type to be used by many in alleviating foot drop symptoms. The Step-Smart is more desirable than stiff designs, since it allows for good plantarflexion at heel strike. Naturally, our bodies control the deceleration at heel strike with an eccentric contraction of the dorsiflexors. This combined with a slight flexion moment at the knee is what creates the best shock absorption. The reason that the Step-Smart design is superior to the others is that it provides resistance to plantarflexion the instant the heel hits the ground. Some other designs need to be plantarflexed before the resistance is high enough to be effective. By then it is too late. The shock of hitting the ground has already damaged the foot and ankle. The preload or resistance on the Step-Smart brace is key to shock absorption. The pre-load helps to control deceleration at contact and the Dorsiflexion assist joints allows the best clearance at swing phase. The Step-Smart brace is appreciated and considered the best drop foot brace by the medical community because patients feel better during ambulation. B Regain ankle action with patented Jacob Joints 3/4 foot plate retains feeling and flexibility in toes (allows for easy walking on inclines) Designed for clearance on swing phase Engineered to handle shock absorption at heel strike - These supply different resistance levels. Each brace ships with 3 levels of compression. Choose the configuration which lifts the foot without giving too much resistance. Green: least resistance Amber: middle resistance Black: greatest resistance We recommend that you use Green Bumpers to start. This will apply the least amount of pressure to calf and you can work your way up to the higher resistance bumpers. - The device is intended to function properly and safely with both socks and shoes. The sock will reduce friction that may occur on the calf. The shoe will provide stability to the rounded bottom of the brace and provide aid in keeping the toes lifted during swing phase. The brace should be fixed in the shoe by utilizing the included Velcro insert before donning the brace. -The patented Jacob Joint needs to be able to rest over the heel of your shoe roughly 2” from the ground. We recommend casual footwear for a normal fit. Some boots or high top shoes may work with our device, but they will require extra room for the joint to fit inside the shoe and may require that you wear a 1/2 size larger than you normally do. - We recommend antimicrobial socks that come up past the calf section of the brace. This will cover and protect your calf from any friction that may occur while walking. The preflexion angle is desired for preload before heel strike which is necessary to manage immediate deceleration of the foot. In addition, the angle of the calf section will provide clearance even in the dorsiflexion range of motion. - The brace accommodates the natural toe out of human ambulation. This is desired for good calf section tracking on the calf. The articulated calf section works best when it travels back and forth in the line of progression. - The short foot plate design is intentional and allows the customer use of their toes for a more natural gait, for example an easier experience when walking up and down inclines. It is not desirable to have a brace design with free plantarflexion. Naturally, our bodies control the deceleration at heel strike with an eccentric contraction of the dorsiflexors. This combined with a slight flexion moment at the knee is what creates the best shock absorption. With other flexible solutions, there is too much plantarflexion at heel strike causing foot slap. The result is trauma and pain to the calcaneous. The slight twist in the Step-Smart design is intentional. This is allows the device to accommodate the average amount of "toe out." Compression components or what we call Bumpers sit in the cavities of the foot and calf sections and supply resistance, which is translated to lift and shock absorption. Different colored Bumpers supply different resistance levels. Each brace ships with 3 levels of compression. Choose the configuration which lifts the foot without giving too much resistance. Mixing and matching levels is okay (higher resistance should go on the outside). Made of smooth, molded polypro plastic, the foot section includes the lower cavity of the Jacob Joint, the two uprights. The shortened foot bed leaves the trim line behind the metatarsal heads, allowing for natural toe break and flexion for stance phase. CMT M.S. M.D. Post-Surgical Peripheral Neuropathy Spinal Injuries ALS Spastic Stroke Head Injury Spastic CVA Severe Spasticity from Stroke Severe Clonus Polio Pediatrics Lipedema/Lymphedema in the intended leg/ankle Plantarflexion Contracture Most insurance companies do cover the brace. However, we don’t handle insurance claims here. You would need a prescription for the “Step-Smart Brace and no substitutions” and see either a Podiatrist or an Orthotist. ## Features - The best foot brace for drop foot - More energy efficient than competitive stiff & loadless designs - Maintains ankle action, feeling and flexibility in the toes - Low profile, easy to use & comfortable ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Age Range Description | Adult | | Asin | B0758J81D1 | | Best Sellers Rank | #211,786 in Health & Household (See Top 100 in Health & Household) #282 in Foot Supports | | Brand Name | Step-Smart | | Color | Black | | Customer Reviews | 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars (327) 3.8 out of 5 stars | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00858745007026 | | Item Weight | 8.8 ounces | | Manufacturer | Insightful Products | | Material | Plastic | | Number Of Items | 1 | | Part Number | SS-01-SM-LT | | Size | Small/Medium | | Specific Uses For Product | Drop Foot | | Sport Type | Walking | | Target Use Body Part | Feet | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Upc | 858745007026 | ## Product Details - **Age Range (Description):** Adult - **Brand:** Step-Smart - **Size:** Small/Medium - **Specific Uses For Product:** Drop Foot - **Use for:** Feet ## Images ![Step-Smart Drop Foot Brace/AFO, Adjustable Foot Drop Brace for Walking with Shoes or Running (Left Foot - Small/Medium), Made in the U.S.A. by Insightful Products - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/819ZtlapwnL.jpg) ![Step-Smart Drop Foot Brace/AFO, Adjustable Foot Drop Brace for Walking with Shoes or Running (Left Foot - Small/Medium), Made in the U.S.A. by Insightful Products - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81pXmzhCWkL.jpg) ![Step-Smart Drop Foot Brace/AFO, Adjustable Foot Drop Brace for Walking with Shoes or Running (Left Foot - Small/Medium), Made in the U.S.A. by Insightful Products - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71-gizykIPL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size, Style** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent foot brace *by on Reviewed in the United States October 1, 2019* Not sure where to start but my wife developed foot drop after a hip surgery. The orthopedic brace that was prescribed worked well as, what I would call, a first degree brace. There was no foot mobility or flexure but it offered stability while improving basic walking skill. Luckily, the brace broke and the break location indicated that my wife was flexing her foot and arch more than the brace would allow. We tried 3 other brace types, both less and more expensive, and none worked any better until we tried the Step-Smart Foot Brace. The three levels of tension inserts are a simple and excellent advantage. My wife is now on the strongest level, walking mostly without a cane and feels that her foot and ankle are stronger because of this brace. Even her orthopedic surgeon was impressed with her improvement.If your foot drop condition is improvable or you want to see if it can improve, I would recommend this brace. And the price is reasonable considering others can cost close to $1000. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fabulous for foot drop! *by on Reviewed in the United States July 10, 2022* I had full left hip replacement in Dec 2021, after waking up from surgery I discovered my left foot had foot drop.In the last 7 months I have tried 5 different daytime braces, and this is by far the best because it is dynamic and works with my foot/leg perfectly.I read all the reviews and noticed that others got blisters, I did too but it happened with all the braces. Understanding that your body weight, gate and compensation to your normal step will make getting used to any brace is going to happen. All braces help your Dorsey flexing and push your toes forward and up, in hopes you don’t trip and fall. This new “position “ is off enough from your original position that the toe bones and pads are hitting in different tender spots typically not used to being directly stepped on. This takes time and getting used to.I personally love this brace, as much as I hated having to wear it, and getting used to it was no different that any other medication conditions where we make adjustments to the way we used do things. I can walk almost 100% normally with it on, I don’t trip, fall or feel unstable at all. ### ⭐ Negative stars *by on Reviewed in the United States October 3, 2023* I so wanted this to be an alternative to the custom made AFO I’ve had for years. I was looking for something a little less bulky. I never had any delusions this would be equal to the custom AFO I have.I read the pamphlet that came with it and followed the instructions. After only an hour the pressure on the back of my calf was very uncomfortable, the open heel caused my ankle bone to rub on the edge and hurt and my arch area hurts from the platform pushing on it. Besides those issues is the cost for the quality. The strap that goes around your calf is a stretchy soft band, that’s the only thing I liked, the band is held to the device by a piece of super sticky backed Velcro which could pull off and the only thing holding the calf and foot pieces together is the material that lines the inside of the calf piece. Do waste your time or money on an overly priced piece of junk. ## Frequently Bought Together - Step-Smart Brace for Drop Foot/AFO, Adjustable Foot Drop Brace for Walking with Shoes or Running (Left Foot - Small/Medium), Made in the U.S.A. by Insightful Products - Step-Smart Brace for Drop Foot/AFO, Adjustable Foot Drop Brace for Walking with Shoes or Running (Right Foot - Small/Medium), Made in the U.S.A. by Insightful Products --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ph/products/47754453-step-smart-drop-foot-brace-afo-adjustable-foot-drop-brace](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/47754453-step-smart-drop-foot-brace-afo-adjustable-foot-drop-brace) --- *Product available on Desertcart Philippines* *Store origin: PH* *Last updated: 2026-08-15*