Category: Spine Education

Causes of Leg Numbness

In the following video Dr. Gill discusses some possible causes of leg numbness, including spondylosis and spondylothesis.

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What is Sciatica?

What is Sciatica?

The term sciatica describes the symptoms of leg pain and possibly tingling, numbness or weakness that originates in the lower back and travels through the buttock and down the large. . .

What is a spinal tumor?

A spinal tumor is a cancerous or noncancerous growth that develops within your spinal canal (spinal cord tumors) or within the bones of your spine (vertebral tumors). There are two. . .

Avoid Back Injury with tips from Nebraska Spine Hospita

Tips to Avoid Back Injury

Avoid back injury as you finish up your fall chores before winter sets in with these three tips. 1. Warm up- Never lift a heavy load after a long period. . .

Scolisis Videos Recap

Throughout the month of June we have been supporting Scoliosis Awareness Month by featuring videos of Dr. Woodward and Dr. Fuller discussing different information about scoliosis. The videos are posted. . .

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5 Things Parents Should Know About Scoliosis

If the school nurse or your child’s healthcare provider notices signs of scoliosis here are five things a parent should know about scoliosis:

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June is Scoliosis Awareness Month

June is Scoliosis Awareness Month

Nebraska Spine Hospital is proud to support National Scoliosis Awareness Month. Now in its third year, National Scoliosis Awareness Month is observed in June to disseminate information about scoliosis and. . .

Herniated Disc Surgery

Cervical discectomy procedures are performed to relieve the pressure on nerves from a herniated disc. A disc herniates when the outer portion of the disc ruptures and some of the. . .

Tips for Choosing a Better Backpack for Your Child to Avoid Back Pain

Pediatricians are beginning to see new overuse spine injuries and back pain in children and teens. The cause? Heavy backpacks. Here are some tips on making better backpack choices for. . .

Dr. John Hain to be on WOWT Channel 6 Health Check on Sunday, October 6 at 5 PM

Our very own Dr. John Hain will the focus of the monthly Health Check segment on the WOWT Channel 6 on Sunday, October 6. Dr. Hain cares for patients with. . .