Category: Spine Education

Degenerative Disc Disease

  One of the most common, and most misunderstood diseases of the neck and back would be degenerative disc disease. To explain it simply, degenerative disc disease is when pain. . .

What is the difference between a herniated disc and a bulging disc?

The terms ‘herniated disc’ and ‘bulging disc’ are sometimes used interchangeably, but they are actually two different conditions. A herniated disc happens when there is a crack on the outer. . .

Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis

Perhaps one of the most well known bone conditions, osteoporosis is “a condition that causes thinning of the bones. This can result in fractures, deformity, and even death” as stated. . .

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. . .

Scoliosis Nebraska Spine Hospital

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. . .