Cycling & Running in the Streets of Downtown Edwardsville: The Edwardsville Rotary Criterium

The streets of downtown Edwardsville were filled with the sounds of cyclists whizzing by, cheering fans, upbeat music blaring and lots and lots of cowbell (because you gotta have more cowbell)! Saturday, August 18 marked the 9th annual Edwardsville Rotary Criterium. The event, which featured seven high-speed bike races, both professional and amateur, foot races,Continue reading “Cycling & Running in the Streets of Downtown Edwardsville: The Edwardsville Rotary Criterium”

Life After a Total Knee Replacement (TKR): Q & A with Cheri, a CAO Patient

  CAO patient, Cheri, took the time to talk with us about her total knee replacement performed by Dr. Bicalho. She discusses why she selected CAO, the process and life after a TKR. Why did you choose Dr. Bicalho and The Center for Advanced Orthopedics for your total knee replacement? I chose Dr. Bicalho/The CenterContinue reading “Life After a Total Knee Replacement (TKR): Q & A with Cheri, a CAO Patient”

Fracture Care

The human skeleton, by adulthood, has 206 bones. That’s a lot of potential for something to break. Fortunately, our bones are surprisingly strong. However, as we age we begin to lose bone density, making the bones more susceptible to a break or fracture. A healthy diet and regular physical activity are essential for maintaining strongContinue reading “Fracture Care”