Big toe lift for damaged tendon repair

I had an injury to the tendon on my big toe, and my doctor said to keep my toe raised to help encourage my tendon to heal correctly.  I built this lift to live in my medical sandal, and thought I would share this here in case it helps anyone else, too.

After printing, use some M3x5x4 heat set inserts (Amazon link) in the two holes on the underside of your lift.  Wear the sandal (Amazon link), and position the lift in the correct location for your toe.  Then, use some painters tape to mark the location of the lift.  Cut the cotton ends of q-tips off, put them in the heat set inserts, generously soak the tips with a marker, and press the lift in your desired location.  Drill two holes where the ink was left, and fasten the lift to with M3 screws.  Make sure to tighten the screws enough to where the screw heads don't touch the ground while you are walking.  And please use screws!  Don't simply tape or glue the lift to your sandal.  The short side of this lift is sharp, and you could cut the bottom of your foot if it frees from the sandal while you put your body weight on it!

Just a word to the wise: If you injured your tendon, and you're looking at this model to DIY your way to fixing your tendon, do not skip going to a doctor.  Tendons require prompt attention, and if you don't treat your injury under the correct care from a doctor, you may miss your opportunity to have your tendon heal for life.  If your doctor recommends raising your toe, you might ask them if this model is appropriate, and if so, go ahead and use it.  Ultimately, in my case, an MRI revealed that my tendon was fully severed, and prompt surgery was required to reconnect it.  If I didn't get care in time, my foot would never work the same way again.  So I repeat: please see a doctor, and ask if this lift would be appropriate for your recovery.

This model is provided as-is, and is not a substitute for proper medical tools, care, or advice.  I take no responsibility for any harm caused by this model.