Clark and Associates Prosthetics and Orthotics

- Newsletter
- Hope From Jillian's ~ Apr 25, 2013
  We had a great turn-out at the American Breast Care open house hosted by Hope From Jillian"s. Patients were able to review the new product line and see first-hand the changes and improvements that have been incorporated. For those unable to attend the open house, please contact Jill and she will make arrangements to meet with you personally.
- ↑ Back to top
- Knee Orthotics: Giving Back Stability ~ Jun 14, 2012
  Our knees are vital to our lifestyle, whether we are exercising, working on our feet or walking from the office to our car. The knee joint is the largest joint in the body, is very complicated and supports practically all of our body weight. Needless to say, an injury or an arthritis or osteoarthritis diagnosis to either knee or the muscles, ligaments or tendons connecting to them can be detrimental to our overall health.
  In the event that the ligaments or cartilage in and around your knee become damaged, a knee orthotic can be used to prevent flexion or extension instability or to stabilize the knee in general. This will allow the knee to heal correctly in the right alignment, which allows for a return to the mobility you had before the injury.
  
  However, knee orthotics can also be helpful if you develop arthritis in your knee. Whether it’s rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis or post-traumatic arthritis, a knee orthotics can be used to help the pain by taking some of the load off of the knee. However, they cannot be used as a cure or treatment for an injury or disease by itself. It must be used in conjunction with drugs, physical therapy or surgery to have the proper effect on your knee.
  
  Your knees are perhaps the most important joint in your body, and you cannot afford to take chances when it comes to dealing with the pain. The ability of our patients to regain their mobility correctly and efficiently is the main goal of our orthotics. Our practitioners can create the right custom fit orthotic for you, and will do so in a professional and timely manner. At Clark and Associates, we want to get you the right orthotic equipment you need to help get your treatment on the right track. If you have suffered an injury that has compromised the integrity of your knee, call us today and see how we can assist you with your orthotic needs.
- ↑ Back to top
- Retirement Open House ~ Jun 14, 2012
  After 35 years in the prosthetics field, Matt is retiring. Please come and help us celebrate his retirement.
  
  When: Friday, June 29, 2012
  Time: 3:00 - 6:00 p.m.
  Where:
  Clark & Associates Prosthetics and Orthotics
  527 Park Lane, Suite 100
  Waterloo, IA 50702
  
  About Matt:
  
  Matt Hutchings is a certified prosthetist, and is responsible for patient care in the prosthetics area. Hutchings" over-riding philosophy is that the patient always comes first. He strives daily to follow this way of life in his position at Clark & Associates.
  
  Hutchings brings nearly 33 years of experience in prosthetics and orthotics to the practice. Prior to accepting his position at Clark & Associates in 2002, he spent six years employed by Hanger and Nova Care. He worked for Dale Clark Prosthetics from 1986 until 1995. In 1985, he worked for North Iowa Prosthetics in Mason City. He spent the previous eight years working for American Prosthetics in Iowa City.
  
  Hutchings earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in health and physical education from the University of Northern Iowa. He received his prosthetic training and degree from Northeast Metro Tech in White Bear Lake, Minnesota. He currently resides in Waterloo, Iowa.
- ↑ Back to top
- Hope From Jillian's - Scanning Event ~ Apr 10, 2012
  Join us for a day of scanning at Hope From Jillian’s of Clark & Associates on Tuesday, April 24, 2012. Is custom made breast prostheses the choice for you? This event is held to help women know their choices after a mastectomy, lumpectomy or reconstruction.
  At Hope From Jillians, we offer custom breast prostheses from Radiant Impressions. These revolutionary breast prostheses are custom, hand-crafted to fit you perfectly in size and color. The Radiant Impressions custom breast prostheses are lightweight, can be worn in a non-pocketed bra and are durable enough to be worn during swimming, running or other physical activities.
  
  To reserve your appointment time, call us as soon as possible at 319-233-8911.
- ↑ Back to top
- Clark & Associates now certified to fit the new Otto Bock Genium and X2 Knees ~ Oct 20, 2011
  On October 13, 2011, Andrew Steele, CPO, a partner with Clark & Associates, attended a seminar to become certified to fit the Otto Bock Genium and X2 knees. A Clark & Associates patient was fit and is now utilizing this incredible new technology. For more information regarding these new knees contact Clark & Associates or http://www.ottobockknees.com/knee-family/genium-bionic-prosthetic-system/.
- ↑ Back to top
- Art Meets Science in Creation Of Transfemoral Limb Systems ~ Sep 20, 2011
  To a prosthetist, the approach to creating a transfemoral, or aboveknee (A/K), replacement limb can be considerably different than for a lower amputation level. Where a transtibial (B/K) prosthesis must replace the foot, ankle and part of the lower leg, an above-knee system adds the critical knee joint and part of the femur[...download the file below to read more]
- ↑ Back to top
- Early Prosthetic Management Can Lead to Better Outcomes ~ Sep 20, 2011
  Few topics in rehabilitation elicit more debate and exhibit less consensus than the management of patients in the first days after lower-extremity amputation surgery and the timing and method of their transition into a prosthetic limb.
  
  This important decision is impacted by[...download the document below to read more]
- ↑ Back to top

Clark & Associates

Prosthetics and Orthotics

Newsletter