FAQ About Degenerative Meniscus Tears
02/10/2022
The severity and long-term effects of a degenerative meniscus tear can be determined by examination and treated by surgery or conservatively.
Category: Sports Medicine
Where Should I Go?
10/01/2021
A guide we’ve built to help you decide the best place to seek care based on your injury or condition. Locations in Omaha, NE.
Heat Related Illnesses
07/23/2021
As temperatures continue to climb, so does the risk of a heat-related illness. Stay hydrated and avoid these conditions this summer.
OrthoNebraska Expanding to Open Clinic, Physical Therapy Location in Elkhorn
08/25/2020
This location will feature 16 exam rooms, two procedure rooms, radiology services, and more than 9,500 square feet of physical therapy space.
Preventing Injuries for Volleyball Players
07/16/2020
Continuous play can lead to overuse injuries in the ankle, hand, wrist, elbow, knee or shoulder, says sports medicine surgeon.
Tips for Preventing Dance Injuries
12/09/2019
Wear proper shoes, inspect your feet regularly, fight the urge to dance through pain, use proper technique, seek medical advice and more.
So You’re A Fall Sport Athlete?
12/06/2019
Your How-To Guide to Survive the Winter Season and Prepare For Spring Sports, by Paul Murray, PT, DPT, physical therapist at OrthoNebraska.
How Long Does it Take to Walk or Work after Meniscus Repair Surgery?
10/10/2019
All patients and meniscus tears are different, and there are many variables that impact treatment and recovery based on the type of surgery.
7 Tips for Low Back Pain After Cycling
09/18/2019
Struggling with low back pain after cycling? Prevent and alleviate pain with expert tips from Dr. Noah Porter.
Common Cycling Injuries
07/26/2019
Cyclists, or bicycle riders, tend to experience some specific cycling injuries after long races or after stepping up training.
Why Choose a Hand Surgeon for a Sports Injury?
05/15/2019
Choosing a hand surgeon for sports injuries means specialized care for optimal recovery and performance. OrthoNebraska is here to help.
Hobbled at Hoops: An Achilles Injury Story
03/22/2019
When PT Ashley Petersen’s husband suffered an Achilles rupture playing basketball, she gained a new understanding for her patients.
5 Things Not to Do After Rotator Cuff Surgery
03/15/2019
Our shoulder specialist and surgeon Dr. Eric Bonness shares a list of no-nos for people who have undergone rotator cuff surgery
Why Multi-Planar Exercise is Important
03/14/2019
We talk about movements occurring in 3 different planes, sagittal (forward and backward), frontal (think side-to-side), and transverse (rotational movement)
Muscle Imbalances: What to Do When One Side of Your Body is Sore
02/25/2019
In the upper body, muscle imbalances are commonly called upper crossed syndrome. Here’s what to do if only one side of your body is sore.
Which Ankle Injuries Usually Require Surgery?
01/16/2019
Foot & ankle surgeon Kevin Grosshans says chronic ankle sprains, Achilles tears and fractures are the most often require surgery.
ACL Recovery Time and NFL Athletes
11/30/2018
Tom Niemann, our physical therapist and sports medicine expert, describes the typical timeframe for ACL recovery for NFL athletes.
Drs. Bonness and Ebel Join OrthoNebraska
09/21/2018
OrthoNebraska’s newest doctors strengthen our commitment to provide the Omaha community with accessible, quality and cost-effective care.