Orthotist & Prosthetist Johannesburg & Midrand…David Berkowitz is a Medical Orthotist & Prosthetist with a special interest in lower limb biomechanics. His practice in Midrand is based in the ‘Waterfall Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Centre’ in Waterfall City Hospital. And his practice in Johannesburg is located in Netcare Linksfield Hospital, Park Clinic, Linksfield West.
David qualified as an Orthotist & Prosthetist from Pretoria Tecknikon (now Tshwane University of Technology) in 2003 and after qualifying went to work in London where he re-qualified and worked for 4 years for Tyco Healthcare and then Trulife as an Orthotist.
Here he ran clinics for the National Health Service ( NHS) in and around London.
Upon returning he worked in a private practice based at Sunninghill Hospital.
In 2010 he completed his Honours degree in Orthotics & Prosthetics at Tshwane University of Technology and in 2011 opened his own practice at Waterfall City Hospital.
David lectured part-time in Orthotics at Tshwane University of Technology.
He is a member of:
HPCSA ( Health Professions Council of South Africa)
Speedbrace®, Polar Care Kodiak®, Memory Foam Pillows (and mattresses), Sports Recovery Compression Garments and Sleeves.
Including Slings, Wrist braces, Elbow ROM.
Services include Spinal bracing. Braces offer a safe, non-invasive way to assist with healing and/or prevention.
Providing assistance in getting a patient mobile again with the correct Wheelchair, Crutch(es) and/or Walking Frame(s).
Providing of General Compression stockings, Medical Compression stockings/socks, and Sport compression products.
Gait analysis is the systematic study of human motion; measuring body movements, body mechanics, and the activity of the muscles. Email us for more information.
“David, together with his dedicated team of Orthotists, supply bracing, DVT stockings and supports for our patients undergoing surgical procedures. He also caters for all manners of musculoskeletal injuries from the weekend warrior to the elite athlete.”
Preparing for endurance events can take months or years, but it is also important to focus on what should happen in the immediate aftermath of these massive challenges. Paying attention to post-event recovery helps you get back to normal activities of daily life sooner, and back to your training routine more quickly.
Discover interesting facts about Orthotics and Prosthetics below:
#1 When were orthotics first invented?
The first “orthotics” dates back at least 2,000 years with underfoot shoe cushioning. Layers of wool were placed inside the sandals to give relief to foot fatigue or strain. The first recorded use of an “arch support” orthotic, dates to 1865, introduced by Everett H. Dunbar of Bridgewater, MA.
#2 Who is the father of orthotics?
In the 18th century, Swiss doctor Jean-André Venel specialised in treating deformities in children. He is considered the father of orthopaedic supply. At his institute, various orthotic devices were produced to aid in the treatment of children.