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Don’t Just Jump into Gymnastics
Posted at: 8/9/2016 12:00 PM
Don’t Just Jump into Gymnastics The excitement of Rio2016 is in the air and all eyes, including those of SOS physicians and staff, are on the American Olympic team. Gabby Douglas and the other members of the U.S. Women’s Gymnastic Team make flips, vaults and balance beams look easy. However, these elite gymnasts have been practicing hours daily since the time they were toddlers to perfect their moves. According to the American Association of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS), the weight-bearing s
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Get Your Kicks With Soccer Safely
Posted at: 8/1/2016 12:00 PM
As the U.S. Olympics Women’s Soccer team goes for another gold medal, amateur players everywhere are sure to want to get out to a field and kick the ball around. Members of the SOS Sports Medicine team have these tips to help keep injury free on the soccer field.
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Posted at: 7/25/2016 12:00 PM
Justin A. Iorio, MD Spine Surgeon with Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists Specializing in the management of complicated spinal deformities, degenerative and arthritic conditions, infections, and fractures. Q: How did you get into your field, and your specialty? A: Orthopedics is an exciting field; it’s rapidly evolving with research and innovative technologies. What sparked my interest is how orthopedic procedures can provide a durable improvement in health related quality of life for all pat
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Posted at: 7/24/2016 12:00 PM
The 2016 Summer Olympic Games are set to open in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil on August 5, and the eyes of the world will be on the elite athletes competing for the gold. Physicians and staff of Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists (SOS) are also Olympic enthusiasts, but remind local athletes that if they are inspired to try a new sport by the stunning performances of the Olympians, to play smartly. Over the next few weeks, SOS will offer some sport-specific tips to staying healthy. Through a lighthea
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SOS Plus Spirit of Summer Giveaway
Posted at: 7/15/2016 12:00 PM
Get into the Spirit of Summer and Win!! This summer, SOS PLUS is hosting the #SpiritofSummer Giveaway- and we have just extended the deadline for entries to August 18th, 2016! To Enter To enter our Giveaway, simply show us your Team Spirit by sharing photos to our Facebook page of you or your family cheering on your favorite team, wearing matching shirts with your teammates or any other silly way you want to show your team spirit! The Prize The top 10 entries with the most "Likes" will be