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Walk Like Yourself Again

The Step-Smart® Pro Brace was designed to restore natural movement.

  • An upgraded design from the Step-Smart Classic
  • Walk down ramps with confidence. 
  • No “just live with it.”

Just freedom, confidence, and relief!

Imagine...

No More Shuffling or Dragging Your Foot

No More Help needed when rising from Your chair

A long, multi-tiered metal wheel chair ramp

Go Down Ramps without walking sideways

Feeling Stable, Strong, and Like Yourself Again

You've Waited Long Enough

You’ve tried “making it work.”

You’ve tried bulky braces, worn-out workarounds, and just “being careful.”

That ends today.

This brace can change your walk and your life.

You won’t know how good it feels until you try it.

You Don't Have to Settle.
You Don't have to Stumble.

You deserve to feel steady, strong, and confident every time you stand up.

It’s risk free. If it’s not better, send it back. 

The Step-Smart® Difference

Our braces are built for people.

We didn’t design the Step-Smart to give you a brace.
We designed it to help you GET YOUR LIFE BACK!

1. It moves like you want to move.

Most braces are stiff, heavy, or clunky. They restrict your natural motion. Step-Smart uses a patented hinge system that actually mirrors your foot’s movement giving you control without locking you down.

2. It Disappears into your shoes.

You won’t get stares. You won’t fight with Velcro. You won’t dread putting it on. It fits inside your existing shoes and under your pants so you can move through your day without feeling “medical.”

3. It's Built to last in the USA.

This isn’t a mass-produced, injection-molded plastic cast. Each Step-Smart Brace is handcrafted in Maine, using premium materials and engineered with real people in mind not insurance codes.

4. It's backed by a real guarantee.

You don’t have to take our word for it. Try it for 30 days. If you don’t feel more confident walking, send it back. No questions. No guilt. Just your money back.

Step-Smart® costs more than the generic brace in your closet and it’s worth every penny if…

• You want to walk more confidently
• You’re tired of dragging your foot or tripping
• You want to feel like you again

Introducing the Step-Smart® Pro
The Best Brace for Drop Foot

  • Fits inside shoe
  • Removeable Straps
  • Guided Calf Section
  • Top Cover Installed
  • Hip Square Included (Limited Time Only!)
  • Compatible with Cuffed Calf section

Starting at $279

Five gold stars in a horizontal row

“…After nearly 2 years of searching for braces, including a custom pair, which would allow me to resume my fairly active life, I tried the original Step-Smart. Soon I was back in the gym, able to travel again, and could return to a what had been a pretty normal life for my age…Five stars!!!
– Bonnie Badin

Real Stories. Real Relief.

5.0
Ann Burke
2 years ago
This is the best brace. I have drop foot after a stroke. I have tried every brace out. This is the one that finally helped me walk again! I feel confident and sturdy on my feet. I have a 2 ankle strap in shoe brace. Plus the people are very helpful!
Response from the owner
2 years ago
Thank you so much for this wonderful feedback, Ann! It's our mission to help and we're so glad to hear that you're walking with confidence and stability with the Easy-On Step-Smart Brace- hooray! Be well!
Brian McCarthy
2 years ago
I have bilateral drop foot. The rigid braces I was issued through Medicare were impossible to live with! They eliminated all ankle movement, rubbed and chafed and were too hot to wear in tge summer. I now have a pair of the Insightful Products braces and have been given a new lease on life. I am lucky enough to cruise regularly and walking around the ship and ports of call is a joy. Wonderfully designed braces.
Response from the owner
2 years ago
Wow, Brian! Thank you so much for sharing your story. We are thrilled that you've found success with the Step-Smart and are enjoying life to the fullest!! That's our mission- to help people walk better and get back to the activities they love. As we like to say, Walk On!
Gary Thatcher
4 years ago
I have no feeling below my right knee which is a total bummer, however feeling sorry for myself helps know-one. At 77, (almost 78), I work hard everyday to live a normal life enjoying everything as before my accident. Walk 2 miles every morning, (use Tracking Poles to give me more endurance), drive my truck using a left foot accelerator. Walk without a cane most of the time.
I would like to give a shout out to Insightful Products for their Step-Smart drop foot AFO brace. This brace was a life changer; allowing me to get rid of the bulky custom made AFO in favor of the light weight Step-Smart. It has increased my mobility, balance, and stamina. I will be forever thankful.
Getting to my new norm has been a very stressful difficult undertaking but soooooo worth it. We are all in this journey together to make the best of today, tomorrow, next week, next month, and next year! Good luck to all!, thanks again Step-Smart!
When your given
lemons; make lemonade!!!!!
Response from the owner
4 years ago
Thank you so much, Gary, for sharing your inspiring story! We couldn't agree with you more..."when life gives you lemons"...as we like to say, Walk On! We're so glad to hear you've found success with our Step-Smart Brace and wish you all the best in your future adventures, after all that's what life is all about! Thank you again for sharing your success story and have a wonderful day!!
Hill Rose
4 years ago
The step-smart product is simply THE best product to help drop foot. I say this comparing it to a number of other products I’ve tried over the years including a costly custom made rigid orthotic.

Step-smart gives just the right amount of flexibility needed so you don’t walk like you’re wearing a ski boot (as with a rigid orthotic). Plus it’s easy to put in and out of a shoe. AND the product is durable. The inventor deserves a genius award!
Response from the owner
4 years ago
Thank you so much for this incredible feedback! And also for your kind words about Ian, the inventor of The Step-Smart 🙂 We are so happy you have had success with our product and wish you the best! Would it be possible to use your quote in our future marketing efforts (first name only)? Best wishes for a wonderful New Year and as we like to say, Walk On!
Went to bed with a backache woke up with drop foot. Tried several other brands of braces /lifts and they just did not help or were painful to wear. After much research I found Insightful and their brace WOW what a Blessing!!! Got my life back: Walk miles a day, play 18 holes of golf and take Pilates on a regular basis. This product is comfortable, easy to wear and can be moved from shoe to shoe.
Response from the owner
4 years ago
What a story, thank you for sharing! We are so happy The Step-Smart has helped you get your life back:) Would it be possible to use your quote in our future marketing efforts (first name only)? Best wishes for a wonderful New Year and as we like to say, Walk On!
I recently had the chance to visit the offices and production facility of Insightful Products and meet the owners, and I must say- I am blow away! They are not only creating a product that is helpful to those who have trouble walking due to foot issues, but they are also doing it with the RIGHT INTENTIONS. They aren't out to make a million or create just another brace to pout in someone's closet- they truly want to manufacture a product that changes lives. Every day, they do just that!
George Kafantaris
11 years ago
I LIKE THE BRACE ..BUT I LIVE IN MELBOURNE AND WOULD LIKE TO TRY ON,,
Response from the owner
11 years ago
Hello there Mr. Kafantaris! Thank you for the comment. Unfortunately we are not able to accept returns from international sales. The shipping is just far too expensive. I recommend you spend some time on our Youtube channel: Insightful Products, and try your best to see if it will be for you. If you decide to order you can call/email us anytime to get some help with fit and comfort. We get very few returns from within the US. The inventor of the Step-Smart, Ian Engelman, is here most days Monday through Friday. He is a certified Orthotist and can be very helpful after purchase. I hope this helps! Our email is sales@insightfulproducts.com and our number is 207-885-0414.

FAQs

Yes. It’s designed to be low-profile and comfortable.

Our Step-Smart Pro comes with the Guided Calf Section. It is 2” taller than the calf section used on the Step-Smart Classic, which reduces the pressure on the calf. This makes it more comfortable. It also comes with removable straps for a customized fit. 

Send it back within 30 days. No hassle. No pressure.