Why do I have pain when I ride my road/mountain bike?
Biking is a popular and fun sport - but it can also trigger pain and injury if your bike is not properly fitted. After cycling have you ever felt numbness or tingling in your hands, pain in your neck, shoulders, hips, knees, feet or lower back? Common causes are improper seat positioning, poor core strength or bike posture, improper cleat positioning or repetitive strain. Many problems can be easily avoided by an upfront assessment and bike set-up by a qualified professional. At MOMENTUM Physical Therapy, we have trained physical therapists who have supplemented their extensive knowledge of how bones and muscles work with specialized training on how to properly fit bicycles to their rider. Improving something as simple as your cycling position or adjusting the foot to petal interface on your bike can make a huge difference to your cycling enjoyment. Call MOMENTUM today and get ready for a fun, pain-free cycling session!
Stephen Uhrbach is the clinic owner and lead physiotherapist at MOMENTUM Physical Therapy & Sports Rehab Ltd. located in Okotoks, AB.