Abstracts » Sports and fitness

Tush busters

Article Abstract:

Saddle sores, which include ulcerated skin, boils, bruises and chafing, can result to infection and adversely affect cycling performance. These can be avoided by using chamois-padded, freshly laundered cycling shorts and lubricating areas prone to friction. Treatment tips are also provided.

Prevention, Wounds and injuries, Injuries

---

Back in shape

Article Abstract:

Exercises can relieve backache caused by bicycle riding. The recommended exercises in the relief of back pain and toning of the muscles are abdominal crunches, piriformis muscle stretches and hamstring exercises. Regular performance of the exercises results to increased muscle strength.

Methods, Column, Exercise therapy

---

The rebuilding process

Article Abstract:

The ten most common ailments of cyclists can be treated. These are frontal knee pain, low-back pain, ilio-tibial band friction syndrome, saddle problems, numb feet and toes, road rash, and head injuries.

Care and treatment, Cyclists

Some parts © 2012 Advameg, Inc.