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  • High School Female Athlete Dribbling Soccer Ball in Syracuse, NY Sports Center

    Student Athletes can Make the Grade by Playing Smart

    As summer winds down, student athletes across the country are eagerly returning to the familiar rhythm of school life and sports. Participation in sports is a great complement to a student’s academic career and helps to build discipline, alleviate stress, and create social connections. The medical professionals on the Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists (SOS) Sports Medicine Team are working with student athletes to prevent and treat injuries, and are hoping to raise awareness about smart sporting p

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  • In Remembrance: Dr. Richard DiStefano

    In Remembrance: Dr. Richard DiStefano

    Our hearts are deeply saddened by the loss of our beloved Dr. Richard DiStefano. “Dr. D” cared for our community and improved countless lives with his medical skills during his tenure at SOS. We will fondly remember his humor, bright smile, and kind heart. Dr. DiStefano served with compassion and skill, making a profound impact on countless lives. His loss is deeply felt by everyone at SOS and the Central New York Community. In this difficult time, we want to reassure our patients that the

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  • Students walking into school with backpacks

    Back-to-School? Make the Grade with Safe Backpacks

    As the start of school approaches in Central New York, many parents and students are shopping for back-to-school essentials. A key accessory for every student is a backpack to lug textbooks, notebooks, laptops, and other fundamentals. A backpack or other bag is essential for carrying academic necessities but can become a source of pain if too heavy or worn incorrectly. The specialists at Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists encourage students to understand the importance of proper use of backpacks

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  • Day of Caring 2024- Team SOS

    2024 United Way of Central New York Day of Caring

    SOS was proud to participate in the 2024 United Way Day of Caring! 17 SOS volunteers helped 5 different organizations this year. We organized, made rooms sparkle, painted and just gave love to our four-legged friends. Thank you SOS, for supporting your employees in joining the United Way in helping our community where needed. CNY Day of Caring 2024 from United Way of Central New York on Vimeo.

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  • Gymnastics uneven bar hands and wrists

    Gymnasts Vie for Gold with Twists and Turns

    The 2024 Paris Olympic Games have already provided viewers with excitement and wonder. Simone Biles stunned the world again with her outstanding performance in gymnastics events despite reports of her injuring her calf during warmups. As Biles and other gymnasts know, their sport can be risky. Gymnastics, with its mix of strength, flexibility, and agility, is a sport that captivates many. However, the intricate and often high-impact movements involved also pose orthopedic risks, making injury

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