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Running and Track Injuries to the Foot and Ankle
Posted at: 3/21/2025 12:00 PM
As the roads clear of snow and Central New Yorkers gear up for outdoor activity many runners are anxious to dust off their trainers and get outside for an open run. The physicians at Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists (SOS) encourage novice and seasoned runners to enjoy their runs safely this year. Zerah Ali, DPM, and member of the SOS Foot and Ankle Team, discusses safety for runners. “Maintaining foot and ankle health is crucial for runners of all levels, whether they are recreational, competiti
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Posted at: 3/18/2025 12:00 PM
It’s anticipated that the demand for hip and knee replacements will rise in the coming decades. As this need grows, Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists is dedicated to informing the community about the treatment options available. Dr. David Quinzi, a member of the joint replacement team at SOS, which includes seven board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeons specializing in joint replacements, appeared on Bridge Street to discuss hip and knee arthritis in more detail. Source: https:/
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Posted at: 2/25/2025 12:00 PM
What do Angelina Jolie, Usain Bolt, and Elton John have in common? They each have pes planus, or more commonly flat feet. Pes planus is a condition where the arches of the feet are lower than usual or completely collapsed. It can be either congenital or acquired, occur in one or both feet, and may affect people of all ages. The Foot & Ankle Team at Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists work together to care for patients with pes planus. If not congenital, people can acquire flat feet from traumatic
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Posted at: 2/21/2025 12:00 PM
The Latest Advancements and Treatment Options for Hip and Knee Arthritis Hip and Knee Orthopedic Experts: Dr. Kevin Kopko Dr. Max Greenky Dr. Anthony Orio Dr. David Quinzi The Virtual Presentation Includes: An overview of knee and hip arthritis and answers to common questions about arthritis and joint replacement Non-surgical options for hip and knee arthritis including the most recent data on biologic treatments Advances in joint replacement surgery including new technologies and
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Protect Yourself from Medical Fraud and Scams
Posted at: 2/3/2025 12:00 PM
We have been notified of a recent phone scam using Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists and our physicians’ names. The scammer is calling offering a “free” medication or other service from our office and asking for personal information. If you receive a call, and suspect it is not from our practice, hang up. To ensure you are speaking with a SOS representative, call us directly at 315-251-3100. You may report scams directly to the FTC: https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/ Here are tips from the FTC