Dr. Jason D. Clark, DO, FAAOS is an orthopedist in Du Bois, PA specializing in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He graduated from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2009 and has 15 years of experience. Dr. Jason D. Clark, DO, FAAOS is affiliated with Penn Highlands Healthcare and BUTLER MEDICAL PROVIDERS.
123 Hospital Avenue
Du Bois, PA 15801
239 Colonnade Boulevard 2nd Floor, A Service of Penn Highlands Huntingdon
State College, PA 16803
Musculoskeletal Problems
The musculoskeletal system refers collectively to the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and nerves. It is what gives the body structure and movement. Because this system encompasses so much of the body, musculoskeletal problems are extremely varied and can happen almost anywhere. There are musculoskeletal problems that affect only the joints, those that affect the bones, those that affect tendons and ligaments, and those that can happen in any area of the body but cause pain and numbness.
Joint problems include bursitis and arthritis. Bursitis is the inflammation of a fluid-filled sac cushion on the outside of a joint, causing symptoms including pain and swelling. Arthritis is the inflammation and damage of a joint due to wear and tear or disease. There are several treatments for arthritis, but if the damage progresses far enough, joint replacement may be necessary. In joint replacement, a metal or plastic implant is surgically placed within the joint to make movement easier.
Bone problems include scoliosis, fractures, and osteoporosis. Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine, making the normally straight spine look like a 'C' or 'S.' It is treated with braces or surgery. Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to weaken and break easily. It's most common in women, especially older women. Fully half of all women over 65 have osteoporosis. Fractures are any break in the bone. They can be a simple crack or a severe and complicated shatter. Osteoporosis causes fractures in people who have it, but other causes are trauma (such as a fall) or overuse.
Tendon and ligament problems most often result from injury or overuse. Two good examples are ligament tears and tendonitis. The most common ligament tear is the ACL tear in the knee. This ligament supports and stabilizes the knee and is most often torn during sports activities. Tendonitis happens when a tendon, which connects muscles and bones together, becomes irritated and inflamed. This happens most often in older patients who push their bodies too far, leading to pain and swelling. Treatment for both tendon and ligament problems usually includes rest, ice, and supporting the area to let it heal.
Pain and numbness problems can be caused by overuse, disease, an injury, or a compressed nerve. Lower back pain and carpal tunnel syndrome are two of the most common conditions patients encounter. Lower back pain may be caused by sore muscles that have been overworked, or an injury to the disks separating the vertebrae in the spine. Lower back pain usually goes away on its own within a few days, but it may require medical treatment depending on the cause. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the nerve at the base of the palm becomes trapped or pinched. Symptoms include tingling, pain, numbness, or weakness in the hand. Treatment involves rest and sometimes steroid injections.
Because the musculoskeletal system involves so much of the body, problems here can be incredibly varied in their type and severity. Some musculoskeletal problems will go away on their own or only require rest, while others may require medication, physical therapy, or even surgery.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jason D. Clark, DO, FAAOS for Medicare patients.
The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Jason D. Clark, DO, FAAOS treated as an orthopedist in Du Bois, PA were aspiration, injections, joint surgery and upper extremity surgery.
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Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jason D. Clark, DO, FAAOS.
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The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Jason D. Clark, DO, FAAOS treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.
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Dr. Jason D. Clark, DO, FAAOS graduated from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2009. He completed residency at Orthopaedic Surgery, St. Joseph Health Center, Warren, OH. He is certified by the Orthopedic Surgery, American Osteopathic Association and has a state license in Georgia.
Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (2009)
Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, St. Joseph Health Center, Warren, OH
Board Certification: Orthopedic Surgery, American Osteopathic Association
Licensed In: Georgia
Dr. Jason D. Clark, DO, FAAOS is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Jason D. Clark, DO, FAAOS has an average of 1.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Jason D. Clark, DO, FAAOS from all over the web to help you find the right in Du Bois, PA.
X-ray done on first floor. Didn't wait long, Nice Saw PA, Jonathan. ($30) Very nice and explained everything clearly. Reviewed and explained x-rays. Administered shot into hip using ultrasound while telling me the other PA was better at that procedure. Told me to "take it easy for a few days" and made appt, for 30 day follow+up. No help, pain worse. During follow-up visit (another $30) it was determined I would need surgery. Unfortunately THERE ARE NO SURGEONS AT THIS PRACTICE. Clark isn't there any more. $60 later and got nothing!
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Jason D. Clark, DO, FAAOS. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$490
Taperloc $307 |
Hips Product Portfolio $123 |
EBI Bone Healing System $28 |
Bone Healing Product Portfolio $19 |
Comprehensive Reverse $13 |
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$233
PENNSAID $137 |
Duexis $84 |
VIMOVO $12 |
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$224
Trauma $194 |
INTRAFIX $18 |
ORTHOCORD $12 |
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$859
EUFLEXXA $166 |
OFIRMEV $94 |
Hip $83 |
Extremities $52 |
Trauma $51 |
Other $413 |
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Dr. Jason Clark is a specialist in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery in State College, PA. Dr. Clark graduated from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. He is affiliated with Penn Highlands Healthcare.
