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Vincent Traynelis, MD
Professor of Neurosurgery Doctor Vincent Traynelis graduated from the West Virginia University School of Medicine in 1983 and completed a residency in Neurosurgery in 1989. Dr. Traynelis is currently a Professor of Neurosurgery at the University of Iowa in Iowa City. He has an active interest in spinal biomechanics and has performed numerous spinal biomechanical investigations working in conjunction with the College of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Iowa. He has authored or co-authored 96 publications in peer reviewed journals. He has co-edited three books and authored 60 book chapters. Dr. Traynelis' active clinical practice is focused on spinal surgery and skull base surgery. He is particularly interested in the management of cervical spine disorders. He is the Director of the Spinal Surgery Clinical Fellowship at the University of Iowa. Dr. Traynelis is a member of a number of professional societies several of which he has served in a leadership role. He was the Chair of the Joint Section of Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves in 1999-2000, the President of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons in 2004-5 and the President of the Cervical Spine Research Society in 2005-6. Vincent Traynelis, MD is on the Spine Universe Editorial Board. SpineUniverse articles from Vincent Traynelis, MDArtificial Discs - The Future is Bright Today there are four types of artificial disc designs; composite, hydraulic, elastic and mechanical. Learn about each of these design concepts. Artificial Discs: Spine Chat Video This Spine Chat Video with Dr. Vincent Traynelis discusses developments in the creation of artificial disc technology. Learn what is coming for back pain sufferers. Cervical Chondrosarcoma: Case Commentary Doctor Vincent Traynelis provides a commentary about Drs. Daniel Park and Howard An's treatment involving a patient with malignant cervical chondrosarcoma. Cervical Herniated Disc or Ruptured Disc A herniated disc, also called a ruptured disc, in your cervical spine can cause pain in your neck, shoulders, and down your arms. The symptoms often resemble other disorders, so it’s important to have a thorough examination by a medical professional. Cervical Herniated Disc: Surgical Treatment Technological advancements in spine surgery mean that some cervical herniated discs can be treated using minimally invasive surgical techniques. Decompressive Lumbar Laminectomy Decompressive lumbar laminectomy is a surgical procedure used to treat a condition referred to as lateral recess stenosis, which occurs when spinal nerves are pinched by narrowing of the sides of the spinal canal. Halo Ring, Crowns or Vest A halo, also known as a 'halo ring' or 'halo crown', is a piece of equipment that encircles and is fixed to the patient's head. This device is used to manage different conditions that destabilize the cervical spine. Hernia de Disco Cervical Los síntomas pueden incluir un dolor sordo o agudo en el cuello o entre las “paletas” de la espalda, dolor que irradia hacia abajo en dirección del brazo, la mano o los dedos, o entumecimiento u hormigueo en el hombro o brazo. Lumbar Laminectomy Lumbar laminectomy is a surgical procedure used to treat spinal stenosis, a degenerative condition in which the spinal canal becomes narrowed and creates pressure on the spinal cord. Neurosurgical Focus: Fusion of the Lumbar Spine: Indications and Techniques Fusion of the Lumbar Spine: Indications and Techniques. An introduction to Neurosurgical Focus, published jointly by the Journal of Neurosurgery and the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, by Vincent C. Traynelis, MD. Non-surgical Treatment of Cervical Herniated Disc Within 4 to 6 weeks, most patients find their symptoms are relieved without spine surgery. Procedure: Decompressive Lumbar Laminectomy During this procedure, the surgeon removes bone spurs and rough edges on the intervertebral disc. This enlarges the foramen and the spinal canal and helps relieve pressure on the spinal nerves. Procedure: Lumbar Laminectomy A lumbar laminectomy is a surgical procedure used to relieve pressure on a spinal nerve. It involves removing a portion of the lamina, which is part of your vertebrae. Read how a lumbar laminectomy is done and what spinal conditions it’s used for. Relieving Back and Neck Pain in Those Hard to Reach Places One of the most common causes of back and neck pain is excessive physical demands on the back. A surprisingly easy to use device called the Thera Cane is available to self-apply deep pressure massage to areas difficult to reach. Risk Factors for Cervical Disc Herniation Many factors increase the risk for disc herniation such as tobacco use, lack of regular exercise, and natural biochemical changes associated with aging. Spinal Disc Replacement: The Development of Artificial Discs Spinal Disc Replacement and the Development of Artificial Discs. This bibliographed article reviews the contending disc technologies from the perspective of Vincent Traynelis, M.D. and Reg Haid, M.D. Spinal Disc Replacement: The Development of Artificial Discs Learn about Spinal Disc Replacement and the Development of Artificial Discs. Spinal Traction Spinal Traction is a treatment option that is based on the application of a longitudinal force to the axis of the spinal column.
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