Featured Technology: Blatchford EchelonER Hydraulic Ankle

Blatchford’s EchelonER hydraulic ankle combines all the unique features and benefits of the Echelon with an extended range of ankle movement (25 degrees compared to Echelon’s 9 degrees). Ideal for more active users, the all-new robust and waterproof design provides even more ground compliance on steep slopes and uneven terrain.

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Meet EchelonER User, Adria Wright

At just 13 years old, Adria Wright was diagnosed with bone cancer which led to the amputation of her left leg above the knee. As a long-time prosthetic user, she had seen and tried everything. With five children, a successful career, and her love of the outdoors, she needed a device that could help her keep up with her busy life.

When her clinician Mark Elgart, CPO, suggested she pair the EchelonER hydraulic ankle with her microprocessor knee, she found “realistic functionality.” It was lightweight, durable, and it acclimated to all situations, allowing her to flex her foot, wear high heels, and walk on different types of terrain.

Living in the mountains of North Carolina, Adria enjoys hiking with the EchelonER. She loves how it conforms to uneven surfaces and that she can wade through creeks with her family.

According to Adria, “The EchelonER lets you do things you don’t realize you miss!”

Manufacturer: Blatchford