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 JULY 28, 2005 How to Prevent Cycling Injuries With Lance Armstrong's seventh straight victory in the Tour de France, more recreational cyclists will be inspired to hit the road. To make sure you keep rolling, here's a head-to-toe list of how to prevent some common cycling injuries. Head Injuries -- Head injuries account for two-thirds of hospital admissions from cycling accidents. A helmet is of the utmost importance. Neck and Shoulder Pain - Raise the handlebars to allow you to sit in a more upright position. Stretch and strengthen the muscles in the neck and trapezius, the broad muscles in the upper part of the shoulder above the shoulder blade. Hand Problems - Wear padded gloves to relieve pressure on the nerve at the base of the palm. Seat Pain - Wear padded cycling pants, add a padded seat cover, and raise the handlebars to move your weight further back. Knee Pain - Raise the seat to decrease the amount of bend in the knees. The higher the seat, the less stress is exerted on the kneecap, and the less pain you feel. Foot Pain - Pain and numbness in the foot are usually caused by strapping your cycling shoe to the pedal too tightly. Adjust the strap to reduce the pressure on the top of the foot. Or switch to a pedal that has an attachment for the sole of the shoe. |
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