Football Season & Your Spine: Why Your Couch Setup Might Be the Real MVP
Football season means Sunday marathons, game-day snacks, and hours parked on the couch cheering for your team. But here’s something most fans don’t think about: how you sit during the game can affect how your back feels on Monday morning.
Protecting Your Back During Fall Yard Work
As September brings cooler mornings and the first signs of the changing season, yard work starts to pick back up raking early leaves, aerating lawns, trimming overgrown summer growth, and prepping garden beds for fall planting.
Protecting Your Spine as You Age
Protecting your spine as you age isn’t about avoiding activity or resigning yourself to stiffness; it’s about understanding the natural changes that happen over time and taking proactive steps to stay strong, mobile, and pain-free well into later decades of life.
Understanding Chronic Back Pain and When to Seek Help
Understanding what makes back pain “chronic,” rather than just stubborn, is the first step toward getting the right kind of help.
The Connection Between Back Pain, Anxiety, and Depression
At Nebraska Spine Hospital, we recognize the importance of addressing not only the physical aspects but also the emotional well-being of our patients. Back pain is a common condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide, and it’s essential to understand its connection to anxiety and depression. While research is ongoing, there is evidence to suggest […]
Spine-Chilling Effects of Untreated Back Pain
The human spine is a remarkable and complex structure that provides support and mobility to our bodies.
Back Care Awareness Week: Taking Steps Towards a Healthy Spine
As we go about our busy lives, it’s easy to overlook the importance of maintaining a healthy spine. However, our spine plays a crucial role in our overall well-being, providing support, flexibility, and protection for our nervous system. That’s why we’re thrilled that it is Back Care Awareness Week –a time dedicated to raising awareness […]
Discover Amazing Facts About Your Spine
The spine is not just a mere support structure for our bodies; it’s an extraordinary marvel with unique capabilities. At Nebraska Spine Hospital, we believe in spreading awareness about the spine and its intricate functions. Join us as we delve into fascinating facts that will leave you astounded. At NSH, we understand the significance of […]
What to Expect Before Surgery
If you’re new to spine surgery, don’t worry. At Nebraska Spine Hospital, we understand the importance of keeping patients informed about what to expect before their surgery. Let’s take a closer look at the process leading up to your spine surgery. Preoperative Visit The preoperative Nurse Navigator visit is a crucial step in preparing you […]
Perfect Your Posture While Sitting
Maintaining correct posture can do wonders in preventing and relieving back pain. We’ve already discussed achieving excellent posture while standing, and now it’s time to address sitting posture. Let’s delve into the art of sitting with proper posture.Â