Victory In Motion

Victory In Motion Home of Knee Repair, NOT Knee Replacement® Victory Sports Medicine & Orthopedics was founded in 2001 by Marc Pietropaoli, MD. Andrews, M.D. and William G.

Dr. Pietropaoli is one of the leading sports medicine and orthopedic surgeons in Central New York. He specializes in minimally invasive surgical procedures which result in smaller incisions, faster recovery and better patient outcomes for both adults and children. Fellowship trained in Orthopedic Sports Medicine at the world renowned American Sports Medicine Institute in Birmingham, Alabama under James R. Clancy, Jr., M.D., he has helped thousands of patients and athletes return to their active lifestyles or sports. Victory Sports Medicine has grown to 40 employees and is the leading sports medicine & orthopedics clinic in Central New York. From weekend warriors to professional athletes, our goal is to get you back in the game or back to your active lifestyle as quickly as possible. We specialize in treating many types of torn ligaments, fractures, pulled muscles, knee & shoulder injuries and much more. In addition to our world class sports medicine team, our clinic includes onsite open MRI, physical therapy, state of the art technology, certified athletic trainers, strength & conditioning services, injury prevention programs and much more.

12/02/2025

AM I WAITING TOO LONG?

The #1 warning sign for knee destruction is often missed—even by orthopedic surgeons.

Dr. P’s 3 Secrets:

1. Stress or Microfractures in the Bone Are a Silent Killer of Knees.
These “soft spots” on MRI—what we call bone marrow lesions—don’t show up on X-ray. And yet, studies show that if you develop these, you’re 9X more likely to go on to need a total knee replacement. That’s not a typo. Nine times. Most doctors aren’t trained to look for this. And most patients have no idea it’s happening until it’s too late.

2. You Don’t Need to Wait for It to Get Worse.
We’ve helped many members avoid knee replacements by proactively injecting bone marrow cells from the pelvis directly into the damaged areas, just like world-renowned orthopedic surgeon Dr. Philippe Hernigou pioneered.
These cells signal repair and help stabilize the bone before the cartilage above it collapses. It’s one of the cornerstones of our Knee Repair, NOT Knee Replacement™ approach.

3. The Worst Mistake Is Doing Nothing When You Start Feeling Better.
We’ve had several members whose X-rays looked “great,” but their MRI told a different story: bone stress and microfractures. They felt better and thought they’d wait. But by the time they came back, the damage was done—and they needed a knee replacement that likely could have been avoided.
We don’t want people who have these to wait until it’s too late.

Victory In Motion | Home of Knee Repair, NOT Knee Replacement®

Call: 315-685-7544
Email: regen@victoryinmotion.com
Visit: victoryinmotion.com






Medical Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

11/30/2025

HOW LONG IS TOO LONG?

Some people wait… and wait… until it’s too late to save their knee.
Patients ask us all the time:
“Is it possible to wait too long to repair my knee?”

In this video, we’re showing a real patient’s knee over 12 years.

It starts with mild arthritis on X-ray in 2010 and slowly worsens until by 2022… it’s bone-on-bone.

We’ll also show MRIs that reveal a much more silent—but dangerous—progression: subchondral stress injuries, or what we call “soft spots” in the bone.

Dr. P’s 3 Secrets:
1. Joint Space Narrowing Means Cartilage Loss:
X-rays reveal thinning of joint space, which indicates cartilage is wearing down. Once it’s gone, it’s gone.
2. “Soft Spots” in the Bone Are a Major Red Flag:
These subchondral stress injuries or bone marrow lesions often show up on MRI before major cartilage loss.

A 2023 study in the Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research found that people with these lesions were 9x more likely to need a total knee replacement within 3 years
3. Fix the Foundation Before the Surface Collapses:
Think of your knee like a road:
◦ Cartilage is the asphalt.
◦ Bone is the roadbed underneath.

If that base softens or erodes, the asphalt breaks down—and you get a pothole.

That’s what happens to cartilage when the underlying bone loses support.

The good news?

We can often treat these lesions early using bone marrow aspirate cells—which contain stem cells and other cells that help the stem cells. These are taken from your pelvic bone, where high-quality stem cells still live even into your 80s.

It’s like putting grass seed down in thinning patches of your lawn.
You don’t wait until the dirt is bare and dry—you act early, when you can still restore it.

Bottom line:
This patient waited too long and had to undergo knee replacement surgery. But YOU don’t have to.

Don’t wait until your options are gone.

Victory In Motion | Home of Knee Repair, NOT Knee Replacement®

Call: 315-685-7544
Email: regen@victoryinmotion.com
Visit: victoryinmotion.com




11/30/2025

WHAT’S A DASHBOARD INJURY—AND HOW CAN IT BLOW OUT YOUR PCL?

Dr. P’s 3 Secrets:

1. It’s the most common way to injure your PCL.
A dashboard injury happens when your shinbone (tibia) is driven backward—usually during a car accident—while your thigh stays still. That force stretches or tears the posterior cruciate ligament (PCL)—a key stabilizer in the knee.

2. It’s an injury that often gets missed in the ER.
Most emergency rooms rule out fractures—but PCL injuries are soft tissue and don’t show up on standard X-rays. Without specific physical tests, like a poster drawer, or an MRI, it can be completely overlooked… until instability and pain show up later.

3. Most PCL tears can heal—without surgery.
Grade 1 and 2 tears often heal with the right care which often times include includes bracing and regenerative medicine treatments…even many grade 3 tears respond to our Knee Repair, NOT Knee Replacement™ programs, which includes bone marrow aspirate cells, PRP, MLS laser and our total-body fitness, strength & conditioning program, V-Fit.

Bonus Insight:
The PCL is even stronger than the ACL—but once injured, it can silently destabilize your entire knee if not addressed early and eventually lead to medial (inner) and patellofemoral (knee cap) arthritis.

Want to know if your PCL can be repaired, not replaced?
Learn more at:
www.victoryinmotion.com
www.KRNKR.com
315-685-7544



MEDICAL DISCLAIMER: This post is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment.

11/28/2025

IF THE ROOT DIES, THE TREE DIES. THE SAME GOES FOR YOUR KNEE!

Most people think a meniscus tear is no big deal. But if the root of your medial meniscus is torn—specifically the posterior root—it’s one of the most dangerous injuries you can have.

It’s like ripping the root system out from under a tree… the whole structure collapses. And that’s exactly what happens to your meniscus and joint when the root tears—it destabilizes the entire knee.

Dr. P’s 3 Secrets:

1. The root holds everything together.
The posterior root of the medial meniscus is the anchor. When it tears, the meniscus loses its ability to absorb shock, protect cartilage, and maintain alignment. Think of a tree without roots—it falls, it dies. The same thing happens inside your knee.

2. Most people don’t even know they have it.
A 2015 study in Knee Surgery & Related Research found that 78% of knees needing replacement had posterior root tears—and many were never diagnosed early enough to prevent severe arthritis.
(Source: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4458488)

3. Repair = protection. Removal = destruction.
A 2021 meta-analysis in The American Journal of Sports Medicine found that only 9.8% of people who had their tear repaired needed a knee replacement, compared to 36% who had it removed.
OA progression was also drastically lower in the repair group.
(Source: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34251898)

If you’ve been told you have a meniscus tear or have inner knee pain—don’t assume it’s minor.
This could be a root issue—literally—and it can lead to bone-on-bone arthritis fast.

Victory In Motion | Home of Knee Repair, NOT Knee Replacement®

Call/Text: 315-685-7544
Email: Regen@victoryinmotion.com
Learn more: www.victoryinmotion.com



Medical Disclaimer: This post is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Individual results vary. Always consult your healthcare provider.

11/27/2025

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

From our Victory In Motion, Home of Knee Repair, NOT Knee Replacement® family to yours, we wish you a warm and healthy Thanksgiving. Today is a day to pause, reflect, and give thanks — and we are especially grateful for the trust our patients place in us every single day.

Your dedication to healing, your resilience, and your belief in a better path forward inspire our entire team. Thank you for allowing us to be part of your journey.

Wishing you a wonderful holiday surrounded by family, comfort, and gratitude.

Victory In Motion, Home of Knee Repair, NOT Knee Replacement®
315-685-7544
www.VictoryInMotion.com

11/26/2025

WHAT IS THE SECRET SAUCE?

Dr. P sits down with Jordan Reynolds, our PA, to talk about what truly sets Victory In Motion, Home of Knee Repair, NOT Knee Replacement® apart. As providers, we all enter medicine because we are empathetic and genuinely want to help people. But the medical system often works against this. With reimbursements declining and pressure to see more patients every day, doctors are forced to prioritize volume over true care.

This high-demand system leaves little time to get to the root cause of a patient’s problem. Too often, symptoms are treated with medications or short-term fixes instead of addressing the real underlying issue. The same goes for arthritis care. Rather than relying solely on cortisone shots or anti-inflammatories, we focus on identifying the true root causes—like stress or microfractures in the bone that can be healed naturally.

The key? Time. Time to listen, to evaluate, and to create a plan that actually heals. That is the secret sauce!

Want to get to the root cause of your pain? Contact us today!

Call: 315-685-7544
Visit: www.victoryinmotion.com
Email: regen@victoryinmotion.com



Medical Disclaimer: Results may vary. The information provided is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

11/25/2025

IS JOINT PAIN NORMAL AS I AGE?

Yes, joint pain becomes more common with age—but that doesn’t mean it’s normal or something you just have to live with.

At Victory In Motion, Home of Knee Repair, NOT Knee Replacement®, we see and treat people every single day who are dealing with joint pain that’s limiting their life… and we help them get back to doing the things they love.

Don’t write it off as “just getting older.” There’s usually a reason for the pain—and more often than not, there’s something that can be done about it.




This post is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your physician.

11/24/2025

IS PRP COVERED BY INSURANCE?

We get this question all the time.

The answer is no—PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) injections are not covered by insurance plans. That’s because most insurers still consider it “experimental”, even though PRP has been shown in many, many studies to help heal tendon injuries, joint pain, arthritis and more.

But here’s what you can do:
You can use an HSA (Health Savings Account) or FSA (Flexible Spending Account) card to pay for PRP treatments.

These accounts let you use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified medical expenses—including regenerative treatments like PRP.

So while your regular insurance might not cover it, you can still make it more affordable!

Victory In Motion
Home of Knee Repair, NOT Knee Replacement®

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Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before starting any treatment.

11/23/2025

RED LIGHT BODY CONTOURING AT VICTORY IN MOTION, HOME OF KNEE REPAIR, NOT KNEE REPLACEMENT®

At Victory In Motion, we take a comprehensive and individualized approach to fat loss and body contouring. Our patients’ results come from combining three powerful components:

• Genetic-based fat loss & weight-loss programming – fully individualized, based on how your body is designed to burn fat.
• UltraSlim® red light laser therapy – a safe, painless, non-invasive technology that helps your body release fat naturally.
• V-Motion Fit total body fitness – targeted training focused on improving strength, mobility, and long-term metabolic health.

The patients featured here are just a few of the many who have experienced incredible changes through this program. We’re proud of every single person who has committed to their journey.

To learn more or schedule your consultation:
Victory In Motion, Home of Knee Repair, NOT Knee Replacement®
315-685-7544 | www.VictoryInMotion.com




Medical Disclaimer: Individual results may vary. This information is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or before beginning any new treatment or program.

11/22/2025

WHAT FOOTBALL POSITION IS AT THE HIGHEST RISK FOR KNEE INJURY?

Dr. P sat down with Addison, our radiology tech (and football fanatic), to talk about which football players are most at risk.

The conclusion? Offensive linemen are likely at the highest risk. They’re constantly engaged, with large bodies colliding at low angles—putting tremendous stress on the knees.

Running backs are also right up there. They take sharp cuts, explosive runs, and heavy hits, all of which create high risk for ligament injuries like ACL and MCL tears.

Football is a demanding sport, and while no position is completely safe, offensive linemen and running backs are the ones we see most often with serious knee problems.

Victory In Motion, Home of Knee Repair, NOT Knee Replacement®



Medical Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

11/21/2025

THANK YOU FOR JOINING US TONIGHT

A big thank you to everyone who joined us in the office for our live talk this evening. We appreciate your engagement, your questions, and your dedication to learning more about true joint repair.

If you couldn’t make it, stay tuned — our next live event will be announced soon.

Victory In Motion, Home of Knee Repair, NOT Knee Replacement®

Call: 315-685-7544
Visit: VictoryInMotion.com
Email: regen@victoryinmotion.com





Medical Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.

11/19/2025

IS IT PAINFUL TO GET BONE MARROW CELLS?

We get bone marrow aspirate cells (BMAC) from the posterior superior iliac spine (PSIS) — that’s a spot on the back of your pelvis where the best stem cells live, even up into your 90s.

Many people ask if the procedure is painful. The honest answer? It’s not bad at all.
We numb the area very well and we also have medications in the office that help you relax and make the procedure more comfortable.

The only time people usually feel anything is during the quick aspiration, when we suction the cells. That creates a brief vacuum-type pressure sensation — not sharp pain, just some discomfort.

And that’s it.

A few minutes to access powerful healing cells from your own body — and most patients say, “That wasn’t nearly as bad as I expected.”

Questions about BMAC, PRP or other regenerative options?
Reach out today. We’re here to help.

Victory In Motion, Home of Knee Repair, NOT Knee Replacement®
Skaneateles, NY

Call: 315-685-7544
Email: regen@victoryinmotion.com
Visit: www.victoryinmotion.com or www.KRNKR.com

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Medical Disclaimer: This post is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider to determine what treatment is right for you.

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791 W Genesee Street Road
Skaneateles, NY
13152

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