November 15, 2022 / Bicycle Accidents

8 Tips for PTSD From a Bicycle Accident

Post-traumatic stress disorder is a mental health condition that can develop after someone has experienced or witnessed a traumatic event. If you’ve been in a bicycle accident, you may be experiencing some symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Here are seven tips for how to handle PTSD after a bicycle accident. Signs of PTSD after […]

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July 20, 2022 / Bicycle Accidents

Headache After a Bicycle Accident

Experiencing a headache after a bicycle accident is not uncommon. In fact, a headache is a sign of one of the most frequent bike accident injuries: a concussion. Having a headache does not necessarily mean you have experienced a concussion, but it does mean you should seek immediate medical attention. A headache after a bike accident can […]

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June 1, 2021 / Bicycle Accidents

Knee Tendonitis Treatment for Cyclists

Knee tendonitis treatment for cyclists helps address this common injury that plagues cyclists. Knee tendonitis generally refers to patellar tendonitis. The patella, or kneecap, is connected to the shinbone by the patellar tendon. The patellar tendon is engaged when you extend your leg to kick, jump, or pedal a bike. Patellar tendonitis can mean that […]

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February 1, 2021 / Bicycle Accidents

What Happens When You Don’t Wear a Bike Helmet

Not wearing a bike helmet is one of the biggest mistakes a cyclist can make. Many states and localities have laws in place to force you to wear a bike helmet. If you fail to wear a bike helmet, you can be issued a citation and fined. Although no one wants to pay a fine, […]

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November 1, 2020 / Bicycle Accidents

Bike Sharing Benefits and Disadvantages

Bike sharing programs have sprouted up in many cities and communities across the United States. Some in the cycling community believe these programs are beneficial and encourage riding by individuals who might not otherwise use a bicycle. Others think that the programs are fraught with potential hazards and create more problems than they solve. The […]

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October 23, 2020 / Bicycle Accidents

Morton’s Neuroma in Cycling – Causes and Treatment

Morton’s neuroma is nerve pain that occurs between the toes due to a thickening in the area surrounding the nerves that branch out to the toes. People with Morton’s neuroma often feel pain or numbness under the toes, between the toes, or on the ball of the foot. The pain often radiates between the 3rd […]

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October 15, 2020 / Bicycle Accidents

Cycling Headaches: What They Are and How to Prevent Them

Headaches from a Northbrook bicycle accident or exercise headaches are painful headaches that occur either during or shortly after an extended period of exercise. I’ve suffered from exercise-induced and cycling-induced headaches for years, so I think I can speak to both the cause and prevention. It is important to remember that although exercise-induced headaches are […]

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October 14, 2020 / Bicycle Accidents

Shin Pain and Cycling

Shin and lower leg pain, commonly referred to as shin splints, is common among athletes. Although it doesn’t occur too often among cyclists, it can happen if you increase your cadence or hit the hills without proper training. Shin pain cycling can range nothing more than a nuisance to a major, debilitating issue. There are […]

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October 10, 2020 / Bicycle Accidents

ADHD and Cycling: A Therapeutic Approach

6.4 million children are diagnosed with ADHD, a common disorder of childhood. This disorder continues to affect many into adulthood, as well. Typically children are treated with Adderall, Ritalin, and Concerta – stimulants that actually lessen the symptoms of ADHD. Unfortunately, these medications come with side effects, including anxiety, nausea, lack of appetite, and insomnia. […]

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October 8, 2020 / Bicycle Accidents

​What’s the Best Time of Day for Cycling?​​

What’s the best time of day for cycling? Is it better to cycle first thing in the morning, in the evening before dinner, or somewhere in between? It turns out, when you choose to ride DOES make a difference. Although it makes logical sense to ride whenever you can fit it into your busy schedule, if […]

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