Rendered image of two Kinterra prosthetic ankle and foot systems showing the hydraulic ankle module and carbon fiber foot blade.
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Freedom Innovations KINTERRA

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Kinterra Foot and Ankle System™ for Freedom Innovations®

The system the new state-of-the-art for adjustable prosthetic ankles, which features internal temperature fluid compensation, and a mechanism fitted with industrial-quality seals, rendering it virtually maintenance free.

Rendered image of two Kinterra prosthetic ankle and foot systems showing the hydraulic ankle module and carbon fiber foot blade.

It offers improved stability and comfort for low to moderate impact users while walking, exercising, golfing, or hiking. We developed the overall styling (I.D.) of the ankle, and the mechanical engineering – hydraulics, pivots, shafts, valves, assembly and fixtures.

Close-up render of the Kinterra prosthetic ankle showing the hydraulic mechanism, pivot hardware, and carbon fiber foot blade.
Rendered Kinterra prosthetic ankle with red illustrated load paths highlighting motion and energy transfer through the carbon fiber foot blade.

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