Arthritis Center of Nebraska

An Exploration of Alternative Osteoarthritis Therapy

Gain useful insights on treating osteoarthritis with stem cells, platelet rich plasma, red cells, and hyaluronic acid. Do these approaches work? What are outcomes telling us?

The Evolution of RA Treatments

Biologics and other treatments have revolutionized the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. Find out what has changed and learn about the latest treatment options.

New Treatments for Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis

Dr. Melvin Churchill hosted "New Treatments for Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis" during a free public seminar on Thursday, September 15, 2016. The treatment of psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis has made substantial advancements recently. Dr. Churchill reviewed this illness and the newest...

Do infections cause arthritis?

Board Certified Rheumatologist, Dr. Melvin Churchill, hosted "Do infections cause arthritis?" This free public seminar was held September 17, 2015. Reactive arthritis is caused by an infection elsewhere in the body. Symptoms often include swelling and pain in the joints of...

Getting a closer look with Musculoskeletal Ultrasound

Board-certified rheumatologist Dr. Melvin Churchill discusses the benefits of ultrasound-guided needle diagnostic approaches to joints. Musculoskeletal ultrasound allows doctors to examine the dynamics of the anatomy with more accuracy and comfort than with previous techniques. 23:44

When your back hurts, everything hurts.

Dr. Melvin A. Churchill discusses ankylosing spondylitis, a connective tissue disease that starts with inflammation and can lead to fusion of the spine. In addition to back pain, 42 percent of sufferers have other symptoms such as arthritis or psoriasis....