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Posted at: 7/8/2024 12:00 PM
Athletes from around the country are gearing up for the 2024 Summer Olympics, which are set to start in Paris on July 26. The eyes of the world will be on the elite athletes competing for the gold. As the pinnacle of athletic performance, the Olympics demand peak physical condition and expose athletes to high risks of injury. The Sports Medicine doctors at Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists (SOS) are also Olympian enthusiasts and remind local athletes that if they are inspired by the stunning pe
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2024 SOS and SOS PLUS 4th of July Weekend Hours
Posted at: 7/2/2024 9:30 AM
SOS & SOS PLUS 2024 Fourth of July Weekend Hours Wednesday, 7/3/2024 SOS Offices OPEN SOS PLUS CLOSED 12:45PM - 4PM & OPEN 5PM-8:30PM Thursday, 7/4/2024 SOS Offices CLOSED SOS PLUS CLOSED Friday, 7/5/2024 SOS Offices OPEN SOS PLUS OPEN 12:45PM - 4PM & OPEN 5PM-8:30PM Saturday, 7/6/2024 SOS PLUS OPEN 9AM-1PM Sunday, 7/7/2024 SOS PLUS S OPEN 9AM-1PM
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SOS Wishes you a Spectacularly Safe Fourth of July Holiday
Posted at: 7/1/2024 12:00 PM
The Fourth of July is a time for celebration across the United States, marked by parades, barbecues, and, most notably, fireworks. While these festivities bring joy and excitement, they also pose significant risks for injuries if proper precautions are not taken. Understanding how to prevent common Fourth of July injuries can help ensure that the holiday remains both safe and enjoyable for everyone. The surgeons and medical providers at Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists (SOS) encourage people to
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Posted at: 6/27/2024 12:00 PM
From the July/August Edition of MD News Magazine Primary care physicians are familiar with diagnosing back pain. But when it comes to discerning the source of the pain and how to treat it, a referral to the physicians at Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists (SOS) and New York Spine & Wellness Center (NYS&WC) is often the next step. The medical groups are in partnership to provide a continuum of care, creating the most complete musculoskeletal group in Central New York and helping patients navigate
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With Proper Ankle Care Pickleballers and Other Athletes Can Keep Dinking
Posted at: 6/11/2024 12:00 PM
Ankles are essential joints in the human body, playing a pivotal role in mobility and balance. Located between the lower leg and the foot, the ankle is a complex structure composed of bones, ligaments, tendons, and muscles. The main bones involved are the tibia and fibula in the lower leg and the talus in the foot. These components work together to allow a range of movements such as walking, running, and jumping. Despite their strength, ankles are vulnerable to injuries like sprains and fractur