Category: Injuries

A chronic condition, arthritis causes joints to hurt, stiffen, and swell. Osteoarthritis affects the back, causing cartilage to wear away between vertebrae. Despite its debilitating effects, cycling is a low-affected exercise that can ease arthritis symptoms. It helps maintain joint mobility, strengthens muscles, improves flexibility, and reduces inflammation. Yes, cycling is good for back arthritis.… Continue reading Is Cycling Good for Arthritis In The Back: 8 Benefits & 6 Precautions

The most experienced cyclists can get injured, especially with meniscus tears. This injury can cause a variety of effects on a person, both physical and mental. When a meniscus tear occurs, it can lead to knee pain, swelling, and stiffness and can cause a decline in a person’s overall well-being. So, taking preventative measures to… Continue reading Meniscus Tear Caused By Cycling: 7 Reasons & 7 Preventions

Cycling pressure can compress nerves, causing neurogenic hand and wrist pain. Improperly managed wrist fractures can lead to bone death. Conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome and ulnar nerve pain (handlebar/cyclist’s palsy) can cause aching sensations. Unsuitable riding positions may cause finger compression. Prolonged cycling may cause ulnar nerve damage. A saddle positioned too far forward… Continue reading Too Much Pressure On Hands When Cycling: 4 Causes & 5 Risks

Cycling is a repetitive motion that involves pushing down on the pedals with the feet. This ankle pain can limit your range of movement, make it challenging to maintain proper form while cycling, and dampen a cyclist’s motivation to ride. It can also affect your balance and make transferring power from your legs to the… Continue reading Outer Ankle Pain Cycling: 10 Causes & 5 Management Tips

The cartilage under the kneecap is affected by Chondromalacia Patella, leading to pain and discomfort in the knee joint. Cycling has numerous benefits that complement physical therapy and rest for this condition. A stationary bike is one of the best exercises for treating patellar chondromalacia. Due to the low-impact nature of this exercise regimen, it… Continue reading Is Cycling Good for Chondromalacia Patella: 5 Benefits [Common Myths]

Leg pain is a symptom that can stem from various causes. Most leg pain arises from wear and tear or excessive use. Injuries or diseases of joints, bones, muscles, ligaments, tendons, nerves, or soft tissues can also cause it. Certain types of leg pain can be linked to issues in the lower spine. Yes, cycling… Continue reading Can Cycling Cause Leg Pain: 4 Reasons & 6 Pain Management

Knee pain often results from aging, injuries, or repeated stress on the knee joint. Common issues include ligament sprains, cartilage tears, tendonitis, and arthritis. Studies report knee pain incidence ranging from 36% to 62%, making it the second most common overuse injury for cyclists (after Cyclist’s Back). Patellar tendonitis occurs when the tendons supporting the… Continue reading Why Do My Knees Hurt When I Cycle: 9 Causes [5 Symptoms]

The medial epicondylitis, also known as golfer’s elbow, baseball elbow, suitcase elbow, and forehand tennis elbow, can occur during cycling. The elbow experiences pain on the inside (medial side) from the elbow to the wrist. A damaged tendon that bends the wrist toward the palm causes discomfort. Medial epicondylitis is the leading cause of elbow… Continue reading Inner Elbow Pain Cycling: 9 Causes & 4 Symptoms [Treatments]

Elbow pain is often caused by overuse or injury. Sports, hobbies, and jobs often require repeated wrist, arm, or hand movements. Elbow pain can result from problems with bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments, or joints. Arthritis can occasionally cause elbow pain. Athletes often refer to this injury as “tennis elbow” or “biker’s elbow,” but its official… Continue reading Mountain Bike Elbow Pain: 9 Causes [Advanced Techniques]

The two most common hip injuries are piriformis syndrome and bursitis. A small muscle called the piriformis rotates the leg outward. Over-training, pushing excessive gears, and muscular imbalance are the leading causes of cycling hip injuries. Regular massage or foam rolling can maintain the gluteal and hip muscles. Bursitis is an inflammatory injury that usually… Continue reading Cycling Hip Injury: 4 Factors & 7 Treatments