Category: Injuries

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: 5 Key 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 & Fast 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 Risk Factors Explained

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 Major Causes You Must Know

The most common and uncomfortable condition that can arise for cyclists is numb toes. This irritating sensation can make your ride miserable and bring you to a complete halt if severe enough. If your cleats are positioned incorrectly, you may put pressure on the wrong parts of your feet, leading to numbness and discomfort. Improper… Continue reading Numb Toes Cycling Cleat Position: 7 Risky Mistakes

Foot numbness can lead to complications like foot ulcers or sores. Fractures, sprains, and strains can damage the nerves that supply your feet. Loss of balance and coordination can contribute to foot numbness complications, which may increase the risk of falls. Cycling foot numbness can be caused by narrow shoes and ill-fitting footwear, leading to… Continue reading Cycling Foot Numbness: 4 Shoe Fit Tips & 3 Cleat Fixes

You can overgrip the handlebars when cycling, which will cause overuse injuries to your forearms or compression of your ulnar nerve if you don’t position your grip correctly. You may feel wrist and forearm pain or even numbness in your hand. Forearm pain can occur for many reasons, including overuse, nerve entrapment, and arthritis. It… Continue reading Forearm Pain From Cycling: 12 Causes Uncovered

Yes, you can get neck pain in cycling for various reasons. For example, your bike fit can affect your neck position and cause muscle strain and tension. Sometimes, neck pain signals a more serious issue. It is common for cyclists to suffer from neck and back pain, with up to 60% of them suffering from… Continue reading Can Cycling Cause Neck Pain? 5 Posture Mistakes Revealed

After hip replacement, some people ride stationary bikes too early, but this can lead to serious health problems, can lead to a dislocation of the new hip joint, and, if it has fully healed, can lead to complications such as bone fractures. So, everyone should know the right time to ride a stationary bike. A… Continue reading When Can I Ride a Stationary Bike After Hip Surgery: 8 Tips

Sudden left shoulder pain could indicate a heart attack. It is often caused by inflamed or trapped rotator cuff tendons. Should the pain spread to your left jaw, arm, or neck and you feel short of breath, dizzy, or sweating, call 911 or your local emergency number. Cycling shoulder pain can be caused by many… Continue reading Cycling Shoulder Pain One Side: 5 Prevention Steps