Education

Arthritis Center of Nebraska believes patient education is a critical component in what we do. We provide a variety of resources about arthritis, osteoporosis and other autoimmune diseases and musculoskeletal conditions.

Baby, it’s cold outside!

with Kristin A. Twidwell, PA-C
March 23, 2015
Kristin Twidwell, PA-C, hosted "Baby, it's cold outside!'" during a free public seminar on Thursday, November 19, 2015. Cold temps and weather changes can negatively impact people dealing with arthritis. This seminar discussed ways to ease aching joints when weather...
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Getting a closer look with Musculoskeletal Ultrasound

with Dr. Melvin A. Churchill
March 23, 2015
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
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When it comes to treating arthritis, think outside the (pill) box!

with Heather A. Sorensen, MSN, APRN-NP
November 20, 2014
Heather A. Sorensen, APRN, examines the importance of weight control, nutrition, exercise, stretching, and flexibility in managing arthritis. 1:07:51
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What do lab results mean?

October 16, 2014
Anne Lorenz, APRN, discusses why blood tests are instrumental for diagnosis and treatment plans. 30:00
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When your back hurts, everything hurts.

with Dr. Melvin A. Churchill
September 18, 2014
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....
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Patient Portal Now Available!

June 4, 2014
The Arthritis Center of Nebraska's Web-based Patient Portal lets patients and our doctors and staff communicate easily, safely and securely over the Internet. Patients are given secure passwords that allow them to log into our system to see their own...
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Oh, my aching joints! Could it be Osteoarthritis or RA?

with Dr. Rick C. Chatwell
May 15, 2014
Dr. Rick Chatwell discusses the difference between osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. He also explains symptoms and treatments for these prevalent diseases. 1:02:01
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Understanding Gout

with Dr. Rick C. Chatwell
April 17, 2014
For centuries Gout has been inaccurately portrayed as the "disease of kings," because gout has long been associated with the kind of overindulgence in food and wine that only the rich and powerful could afford. But the fact is that...
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Discussing Fibromyalgia

April 17, 2014
I am frequently asked to distinguish between arthritis conditions and chronic pain related to fibromyalgia. Learning more about fibromyalgia (FM) will help patients cope with their pain. What is Fibromyalgia? Fibromyalgia just means "I hurt all over, and I have hurt for...
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Discussing SLE (Lupus)

April 17, 2014
I am particularly interested in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, an autoimmune disease that occurs when the body's tissues are attacked by its own immune system. Systemic lupus erythematosus is also known as the great mimic. This disease can affect almost any...
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Discussing Injection Therapy

April 17, 2014
What is Injection Therapy and the advantages? There are clear advantages of local treatments like injection therapy over systemic treatment like oral pain medications in pain management. Injections are often the only way to find immediate relief from pain. A major...
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