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ONS Names Area Native Tim Corvino, M.D., As CEO ONS Names Area Native Tim Corvino, M.D., As CEO
ONS Names Area Native Tim Corvino, M.D., As CEO Orthopaedic & Neurosurgery Specialists (ONS), a leading provider of multi-specialty orthopaedic and neurosurgery services in Connecticut and New York, has announced the appointment of Tim Corvino, M.D., as Chief Executive Officer, effective March 1. “Tim Corvino’s experience as an executive, as well as a physician will be a tremendous asset to ONS. As CEO, he will be invaluable in guiding the next chapter in the life of this organization that is centered around growth, while continuing a commitment to providing exceptional patient care,” said Seth R. Miller, M.D., a founding partner of …

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Youth Sports And Hydration: How Much Is Enough? Youth Sports And Hydration: How Much Is Enough?
Youth Sports And Hydration: How Much Is Enough? Did you know that the majority of young athletes are already dehydrated with they show up for practice or a game? This is important information for coaches, parents and student athletes, according to Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Marc Kowalsky of Orthopaedic & Neurosurgery Specialists (ONS), because improper hydration can impact mental alertness and physical performance, and it increases the risk of injuries. “As little as two percent dehydration can cause muscle fatigue and affect a young athlete’s aerobic capacity, strength, stamina, and reaction time,” he said. “It can also put und…

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ONS Patient Is Jumping For Joy With Two New Knees ONS Patient Is Jumping For Joy With Two New Knees
ONS Patient Is Jumping For Joy With Two New Knees No one expects the pain of arthritis to cripple a thirty-something adult, but that’s what Westchester middle school teacher, Mallory Chinn, was faced with. For five years, Mallory tried every non-operative treatment available to ease the worsening pain in her knees. Some treatments would work for a while. Others did not work at all. By the time Mallory turned 40, she had trouble walking and climbing stairs, and missed out on family activities such as bike rides and hikes in the woods. “I was pretty much immobilized,” recalled Mallory, now 43. The defining moment came one day when h…

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ONS Urgent Ortho Care Now Available Weekdays In Stamford ONS Urgent Ortho Care Now Available Weekdays In Stamford
ONS Urgent Ortho Care Now Available Weekdays In Stamford Orthopaedic & Neurosurgery Specialists (ONS) has launched walk-in emergency orthopedic services during weekday business hours at its office on the third floor of 5 High Ridge Park in Stamford, Connecticut. No appointment is necessary. ONS Ortho Urgent Care provides patients with a fast, cost effective and convenient alternative to hospital emergency room visits in the event of a sudden, acute musculoskeletal injury. During the hours of 8 a.m. through 5 p.m., patients with injuries to a bone, joint, ligament, muscle or nerve can receive immediate treatment from the region’s leading orth…

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ONS Expert Talks Gardening Injuries ONS Expert Talks Gardening Injuries
ONS Expert Talks Gardening Injuries Few people connect gardening with sports injury, but avid gardeners who enjoy clearing, planting and tending their gardens are susceptible to many of the same types of repetitive motion and overuse injuries that afflict tennis and golf enthusiasts jumping into the game after a long winter break, according to hand surgeon, David Wei, MD of Orthopaedic & Neurosurgery Specialists (ONS). Just as athletes are advised to start a new activity slowly, increasing duration and intensity at a gradual pace, the same is true for gardeners anxious to get digging into the fresh spring soil. “You…

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ONS Urgent Ortho Care Now Available Weekdays In Harrison ONS Urgent Ortho Care Now Available Weekdays In Harrison
ONS Urgent Ortho Care Now Available Weekdays In Harrison Orthopaedic & Neurosurgery Specialists (ONS) launched walk-in emergency orthopedic services during weekday business hours at its office at 500 Mamaroneck Avenue in Harrison, New York, beginning April 1, 2019. No appointment is necessary. ONS Ortho Urgent Care provides patients with a fast, cost effective and convenient alternative to hospital emergency room visits in the event of a sudden, acute musculoskeletal injury. During the hours of 8 a.m. through 5 p.m., patients with injuries to a bone, joint, ligament, muscle or nerve can receive immediate treatment from the region’s leading or…

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Having Heel Pain? ONS Tackles Underlying Foot And Ankle Problems Having Heel Pain? ONS Tackles Underlying Foot And Ankle Problems
Having Heel Pain? ONS Tackles Underlying Foot And Ankle Problems The foot has more than 30 different joints. If you consider the tons of stress your feet endure from walking and standing day in and day out, it’s no wonder that heel pain is the most common problem affecting the foot and ankle. “Feet are physiologically designed to handle the pressure…to a point,” said orthopedic foot and ankle specialist, Mark Yakavonis, MD, Orthopaedic & Neurosurgery Specialists (ONS). Repeated pounding on a hard surface while running, participating in sports or wearing ill-fitting shoes that inflame the foot’s tissues can cause pain on the bottom of your heel or behi…

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Urgent Orthopedic Care At ONS Now Available In Greenwich Urgent Orthopedic Care At ONS Now Available In Greenwich
Urgent Orthopedic Care At ONS Now Available In Greenwich After hours emergency orthopedic care is now available at the Greenwich, Conn. office of Orthopaedic & Neurosurgery Specialists (ONS). ONS Ortho Urgent Care will provide patients with a fast, convenient and cost effective alternative to hospital emergency room visits in the event of a sudden orthopedic injury. ONS Ortho Urgent Care is available at the ONS Greenwich office at 6 Greenwich Office Park, Monday through Friday from 5–8 p.m. and Saturday from 12–4 p.m. No appointment is necessary. “Sprains and fractures can happen to anyone at any time,” said Seth Miller, MD, president of…

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ONS Helps Greenwich Artist Regain Her Stroke ONS Helps Greenwich Artist Regain Her Stroke
ONS Helps Greenwich Artist Regain Her Stroke Felicity Kostakis, an Old Greenwich artist, first noticed a pain in her right elbow while playing tennis. Over the course of a year, the pain invaded her day to day activities to the point that lifting clothing from the washer or taking a jar from the kitchen cabinet was excruciating.  “I began to do everything with my left hand,” said Kostakis. Even more worrisome, it interfered with her ability to paint. “I was so scared it was the end," she said. "Painting is what I do every day. It’s what I love.”  Not knowing what was wrong and fearing the worst, Kostakis made an appointme…

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Shoulder Soreness? Look To The Biceps Says ONS Doctor Shoulder Soreness? Look To The Biceps Says ONS Doctor
Shoulder Soreness? Look To The Biceps Says ONS Doctor When shoulder pain strikes, many people assume they’ve somehow injured their rotator cuff. According to Dr. Marc Kowalsky, a shoulder specialist and orthopedic surgeon with Orthopaedic & Neurosurgery Specialists, an injury to the biceps tendon can cause shoulder pain and discomfort that can be mistaken for a rotator cuff injury. “The biceps tendon is an often-misunderstood structure of the shoulder and arm,” said Kowalsky. “We now know that damage to that tendon is often the primary cause of shoulder pain in active people.” Anatomically, the biceps muscle has two tendons, called heads, …

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Don't Let The Snow Slow Your Running Routine This Winter Don't Let The Snow Slow Your Running Routine This Winter
Don't Let The Snow Slow Your Running Routine This Winter GREENWICH, Conn. -- Like it or not, winter is here. However, just because the weather outside is frightful doesn't mean it's time to put your running regimen on hold.  Alicia Hirscht, director of physical therapy at the Stamford office of Orthopaedic & Neurosurgery Specialists, shared her tips on staying healthy and safe while hitting the road in the cold: Layer Up "The trick to staying warm while you’re out in the cold is to layer, but not too much," said Hirscht. "Even though it’s cold outside, your body will generate enough heat to perspire, so it’s important to wear …

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