UncategorizedCycling and Overuse Injuries

You Can’t Be Sad While Riding A Bicylce But Just Be aware That

• Back and neck pain is reported in nearly 60% of cyclists
• Hand, wrist, shoulder, ankle are commonly reported sites of pain and stiffness
• Head injuries are the most common fatal injuries encountered by cyclists
• Abnormal handlebar/ seat shape and position can lead to abdominal / groin injuries
• Ulnar neuropathy with numbness and paresthesia can occur due to faulty elbow positioning
• Saddle related injuriesare often under reported/ neglected and these include
  1. Chafing
  2. Perineal folliculitis
  3. Furuncles
  4. Perineal nodules
  5. Pudendal neuropathy
  6. Male impotence
  7. Traumatic urethritis