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Back Pain: The Basics

The back and spine are designed to provide your body with strength, serve to protect the spinal cord and nerve roots while still being flexible, providing mobility. But, did you. . .

Exercise and Back Pain

Exercise and Back PainWhen we’re in pain, no matter what the culprit, our natural reaction is to rest. However, getting up and getting moving can actually help you more than. . .

Disc Surgery for a Herniated Disc

Dr. Phillips talks about his interest in disc surgery for both cervical and lumbar herniated discs. For more videos – like us on facebook!https://www.facebook.com/NESpineHospital I have a particular interest in. . .

June Newsletter: June is Scoliosis Awareness Month at Nebraska Spine Hospital

Several doctors at Nebraska Spine Hospital are members of the Scoliosis Research Society. The SRS has declared June, Scoliosis Awareness Month. What does that mean, and why is there a. . .

Video: What Happens When I am Discharged After Spine Surgery?

  When you’re discharged from the hospital, you’re going to have nurses involved, possibly Case Management if you’re not making it home.

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What Are Spinal Injections?

There are several types of spinal injections to be used to either treat a specific spinal condition or for pain management of a condition. These injections are especially helpful in. . .

Pediatric Pars Fractures

According to the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pediatric pars fractures occur in children involved in “repetitive bending and straightening of the spine. They are generally self-limited and. . .

Lumbar Spondyloisthesis

What is Lumbar Spondylolisthesis?

Lumbar spondylolisthesis is when one of the bones in your spine slips forward and out of place causing lower back pain and numbness or weakness in one or both legs.. . .

Anatomy of the cervical spine

Anatomy of the Cervical Spine

Pain and numbness going down the arm or leg or the feeling of a loss of grip can be the result of injury, disease, or degeneration in the cervical spine.. . .

Prevent low back pain while driving

Prevent Low Back Pain While Driving

According to AAA 86% of Americans are planning to take a final road trip this Labor Day weekend. Unfortunately, low back pain can sometimes result after long hours spent driving.. . .