Is Your Back Pain Muscular or Spinal?

Back pain is a common issue that affects everyone, people of all ages and lifestyles. From a dull ache after a long day or a sharp pain that limits mobility, one critical distinction is where the pain originates. By identifying the type of back pain you’re experiencing, you can take the right steps toward relief […]

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OrthoNebraska Performs First Endoscopic Spine Procedure in the State

OMAHA, Neb. – OrthoNebraska just performed Nebraska’s first-ever endoscopic spine procedure, giving patients a faster, less invasive option for back pain treatment.  The endoscopic spine procedure, developed by Arthrex, a global leader in minimally invasive surgical technology, uses specialized tools, including a narrow endoscope which is about the size of a pencil tip, to access the spine […]

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Who Should I See for Spine Care?

A guide to selecting the best back or neck specialist. Patients and primary care physicians often use medications as a first attempt to manage back or neck pain. Sometimes, however, it becomes evident that a referral to a spine specialist is needed. With all the different specialists in healthcare, sometimes it can feel overwhelming to […]

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Symptoms of Text Neck

The term “Text Neck” is starting to be heard more commonly on the news and in medical circles. It refers to neck pain resulting from increased neck flexion or forward head position. This posture is typically held when texting/scrolling on a phone, reading a book in hand, or leaning over a tablet on a table […]

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7 Tips for Low Back Pain After Cycling

Similar to other sport and activity-related pains, prevention is key – prior to beginning any cycling program or long-distance ride, be sure to prepare with appropriate training and equipment. Rest. There’s a reason it will be the first thing most people who work in the medical field will tell you. Rest often works, at least […]

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OrthoNebraska to Grow Spine, Joint Replacement Programs

OrthoNebraska is excited to welcome two new physicians to our team! We believe in providing unparalleled access to highly-personalized, comprehensive care. The addition of these physicians will further strengthen our ability to provide comprehensive spine care and introduce a new technique in custom joint replacement. Dr. Sayfe Jassim specializes in hip, knee, sports medicine and total […]

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