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  • Common Back Pain Culprits

    Many people experience some type of back pain or discomfort through their lifetime. While many patients experience chronic back pain that endures over time and need regular care, some back pain can be debilitating.  The Neck & Back specialists at SOS offer a few causes of back pain that can be easily remedied: POOR POSTURE Your back supports weight best when you don't slouch. Sit with good lumbar support for your lower back, shoulders back, with feet resting on a low stool. When standing, ke

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    Arthritis of the Neck

    Neck pain is extremely common. It can be caused by many things, and is most often related to getting older. Like the rest of the body, the bones in the neck (cervical spine) slowly degenerate as we age. This frequently results in arthritis. Arthritis of the neck is called cervical spondylosis. It becomes increasingly more common as people age. More than 85% of people over age 60 are affected. Pain from cervical spondylosis can be mild to severe. It is sometimes worsened by looking up or down

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  • Joint Replacement Event March 27 at Skaneateles YMCA

    Tomorrow, May 27, is National Senior Health and Fitness Day. We’re doing our part to help keep seniors healthy and fit by holding a free and public joint replacement information session at 11:30am to 12:30pm at the Skaneateles YMCA. 2015 marks the 22nd year of celebrating National Senior Health and Fitness Day. Nationally, over 1,000 local organizations in 50 states will host community events to encourage participation for National Senior Health and Fitness Day. Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists i

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  • Neck Pain and Cervical Disc Disease: Basics of Diagnosis and Treatment

    Wednesday, May 20th, 6-7PM: Dr. Aaron Bianco and Kristin Parmeter, FNP, will present, "Neck Pain and Cervical Disc Disease: Basics of Diagnosis and Treatment," at the Cortland Crown Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation.

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  • May is SOS Community Education Month

    May is SOS Community Education Month

    This May, SOS is offering a series of free seminars designed to educate and inform individuals about their options for relieving joint and neck pain. To learn more about the treatment options available to you, or to register for one of our FREE Seminars select the links below. Monday May 18th, 6-7PM: Dr. Brett Greenky and Dr. Timothy Izant will present, "Joint Replacement: Know Your Options," at the Dewitt Community Center. More Information & Register Now Wednesday, May 20th, 6-7PM: Dr. A

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