Over the recent years cycling has increased in popularity, as such cycling has become a fully inclusive activity which embraces all ages, abilities and genders – owing to its multiple established health, environmental and socioeconomic benefits. Cycling is used for commuting, recreation, racing, triathlons, and rehabilitation following surgery. It is also beneficial in the prevention of common diseases associated with sedentary lifestyles such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes. This resurgence has resulted in a significant increase in cycling activity, with a corresponding significant increase in cycling related overuse injuries. As a result, the demand for effective science based Bike Fitting and effective management and prevention of cycling related overuse injuries have increased accordingly. Therefore John the clinic principal will be attending a two day training course in October 2017 covering the following aspects-
Course Aims & Practical Application
The clinic will then be offering bike fits but with a whole body assessment in order to provide a very comprehensive understanding of the injury mechanisms (cause) associated with common cycling related overuse injuries and how therapists can go about treating, rehabilitating and preventing overuse cycling related injuries.
