Cycling Injuries of the Lower Extremity
Bicycling is an increasingly popular recreational and competitive activity, and thus cycling-related injuries are becoming more common. This article reviews the more common cycling injuries, focusing particularly on those that are preventable. Injuries discussed include knee pain, patellar quadriceps tendinitis, iliotibial band syndrome, hip pain, medial tibial stress syndrome, stress fracture, compartment syndrome, numbness of the foot, and metatarsalgia. The authors emphasize that many injuries are caused by a combination of inadequate preparation, inappropriate equipment, poor technique, and overuse. Nonsurgical management of these common injuries may include rest, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, corticosteroid injection, ice, a reduction in training intensity, orthotics, night splints, and physical therapy. They conclude by reiterating that injury prevention should be the goal, with particular attention to bicycle fit and alignment, appropriate equipment, proper rider position and pedaling mechanics, and appropriate training.
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Authors:
- Wanich, Tony
- Hodgkins, Christopher
- Columbier, Jean-Allain
- Muraski, Erika
- Kennedy, John G
- Publication Date: 2007-12
Language
- English
Media Info
- Media Type: Print
- Features: Figures; Photos; References;
- Pagination: pp 748-756
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Serial:
- Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
- Volume: 15
- Issue Number: 12
- Publisher: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
- ISSN: 1067-151X
- Serial URL: http://www.jaaos.org/
Subject/Index Terms
- TRT Terms: Bicycle helmets; Bicycle travel; Bicycling; Cyclists; Equipment; Fractures (Anatomy); Injuries; Physical fitness; Prevention; Safety programs; Training programs
- Uncontrolled Terms: Analgesics; Drug therapy; Physical therapy
- Subject Areas: Highways; Pedestrians and Bicyclists; Safety and Human Factors; Security and Emergencies; I84: Personal Injuries;
Filing Info
- Accession Number: 01095565
- Record Type: Publication
- Files: TRIS
- Created Date: Apr 28 2008 9:33AM