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 main types of spinal cord tumors intramedullary tumors and extramedullary tumors.
What to expect during the pre-op meeting with the Nurse Navigator
Prior to spine surgery at Nebraska Spine Hospital patients have an opportunity to meet with a nurse navigator. The video below explains what you can expect during the appointment and how our nurse navigators are here to answer your questions to make you feel more comfortable with the process.
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 of inactivity. Warm up with a quick walk and some simple stretches.
Meet Dr. Hain
Dr. John Hain is a board certified and fellowship trained neurosurgeon. Take a look at this video to learn more about his background and what let him to neurosurgery and 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. If you are suffering from pain and discomfort it can be helpful to understand the anatomy of the cervical spine. The following is an excerpt […]
What is a herniated disc?
A disc herniates when the outer portion of the disc ruptures and some of the softer disc nucleus material squeezes out. When a herniated disc is bulging out of position it can push on spinal nerves and cause severe, shooting pain, numbness and/or weakness.
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. Follow these three tips to avoid low back pain while driving:
Ice Bucket Challenge for ALS
Nebraska Spine Hospital’s very own Dr. Eric Phillips has issued the Ice Bucket Challenge to his partners to raise awareness and funds for ALS. Dr. Phillips is committed to raising awareness and funds to defeat ALS because he wants to honor the memory his brother who died of the disease.Â
Back to School Backpack Tips
Protect your child’s spine by loading their backpack correctly and making sure they wear it right. Backpacks that are too heavy or worn incorrectly can result in an aching back and shoulders, tingling arms, weakened muscles, and stooped posture. Remember- Pack It Light, Wear It Right! Help protect your child’s spine by following these tips […]
Enjoy the College World Series Without Hurting Your Back
The College World Series means a lot of things like Zesto’s, tailgating, home runs, and back pain from hours spent sitting in the bleachers. The awkward position of stadium seating with no back support and the knees above the hips can lead to a case of painful Bleacher Back.