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ONS Adds Two Top Surgeons To The Growing Practice ONS Adds Two Top Surgeons To The Growing Practice
ONS Adds Two Top Surgeons To The Growing Practice Orthopaedic and Neurosurgery Specialists (ONS) has announced the addition of Heeren Makanji, MD, an orthopedic spine surgeon, and Kevin J. Choo, MD, an adult reconstruction and joint replacement surgeon, to the Greenwich-based practice. Dr. Choo will see patients at the ONS offices in Greenwich and Stamford, CT. He specializes in primary hip and knee replacement for the treatment of degenerative osteoarthritis, inflammatory arthritis, avascular necrosis, hip dysplasia, and post-traumatic arthrosis.  Dr. Makanji will treat patients with spine disorders at the ONS offices in Greenwich,…

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ONS Doctor Talks Your Knees And Skis ONS Doctor Talks Your Knees And Skis
ONS Doctor Talks Your Knees And Skis Skiing can be one of the most enjoyable winter activities and is a great sport the entire family can enjoy. But nothing can ruin a great day outdoors (or even the next 6-12 months) like a serious knee injury, especially the dreaded anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear. According to orthopaedic knee surgeon Demetris Delos, MD at Orthopaedic and Neurosurgery Specialists (ONS), skiers, in particular, are at risk to strain the ACL to the point of tearing. “The greatest risk to the ACL happens when skiers try to recover from a fall with their body weight in back of the skis, or if they don’…

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How To Avoid Hand And Wrist Injuries This Winter How To Avoid Hand And Wrist Injuries This Winter
How To Avoid Hand And Wrist Injuries This Winter Winter sports, slippery sidewalks and snow blowers pose risks to many parts of the body, but hands and wrists in particular take a beating when temperatures plummet and snow accumulates, according to David Wei, MD, hand, wrist and elbow expert at Orthopaedic and Neurosurgery Specialists. “The most common upper-extremity injury in the winter months occurs when people extend their arms in front of them to break a fall when they slip on the ice or while engaging in a winter sport,” said Dr. Wei, who noted that several injuries can result from this reflexive action. If the fall occurs while ski…

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Accomplished Physician Joins Orthopaedic And Neurosurgery Specialists Accomplished Physician Joins Orthopaedic And Neurosurgery Specialists
Accomplished Physician Joins Orthopaedic And Neurosurgery Specialists Orthopaedic and Neurosurgery Specialists (ONS) has announced the addition of orthopedic foot and ankle surgeon, Mark Yakavonis, MD, to the highly esteemed ONS team of orthopedic specialists, neurosurgeons, physiatrists and physical therapists. Dr. Yakavonis will see patients at ONS’ Greenwich office and at its Westchester location at 500 Mamaroneck Avenue in Harrison, New York. “ONS has been dedicated to helping patients maintain active lifestyles for 20 years. By adding Dr. Yakavonis to our prestigious team of orthopedic foot and ankle surgeons, ONS will be able to accommodate the increasin…

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Laser Spine Surgery: Medical Magic Or Marketing Ploy? Laser Spine Surgery: Medical Magic Or Marketing Ploy?
Laser Spine Surgery: Medical Magic Or Marketing Ploy? When it comes to spine and back surgery, a name doesn't always tell the whole story. Many people incorrectly believe that a laser is the main surgical tool used in laser spine surgery and that it eliminates the need for a surgical incision. However, that couldn’t be further from the truth. According to Dr. Scott Simon, a neurosurgeon with Orthopaedic and Neurosurgery Specialists, the use of a laser in spine surgery is often more of a marketing gimmick than surgical innovation. “The laser is only used to remove the soft tissue over the spine after a small incision has been made,” said Simon…

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Spring Training: It's Not Just for Pros Says ONS Spring Training: It's Not Just for Pros Says ONS
Spring Training: It's Not Just for Pros Says ONS With warmer weather on the way, trading the snow shovel for a golf club or tennis racket is right around the corner. However, before hitting the course or court this spring, it's important to take the proper preventative steps to ensure your body isn't being put at risk. “If you haven’t been using the muscles necessary for your sport in the past few months, you’ll need to start slowly and make sure you have the strength and conditioning needed to play,” said Tanya Kalyuzhny, DPT, MDT, director of physical therapy at the Greenwich, Connecticut office of Orthopaedic and Neurosurgery Specialist…

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