November 9, 2020 / Bicycle Accidents / Kass & Moses

Benefits to Low Cadence Cycling

Although most cyclists ride with a high cadence of about 90 rpm, there are many benefits to cycling at a low cadence, as well. In fact, transitioning to a 60 rpm ride has numerous benefits for health and fitness and can improve overall cycling performance. High cadence cycling is typically seen as more efficient, but […]

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November 8, 2020 / Bicycle Accidents / Kass & Moses

Bicycle Dog Attack: How to Handle this Dangerous Situation

What to do in the event of a bicycle dog attack A bicycle dog attack is an unfortunate inevitability for many cyclists. It’s happened to us all at one time or another: you’re cycling down the road when you hear barking growing louder and see a dog bounding towards you. Although many dogs bark more than bite, […]

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November 1, 2020 / Bicycle Accidents / Kass & Moses

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 / Kass & Moses

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 22, 2020 / Bicycle Accidents / Kass & Moses

How To Treat Saddle Sores

Saddle sores can be a painful side effect of cycling. Instead of suffering needlessly from these painful irritations, you can treat them to speed up the healing process. Saddle sores can vary among individuals but often appear as a raised, red area in the region that makes contact with the saddle. In some people, saddle […]

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October 15, 2020 / Bicycle Accidents / Kass & Moses

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 / Kass & Moses

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 / Kass & Moses

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 / Kass & Moses

Treatment for Headaches After Cycling

Headaches after cycling are fairly common, but that does not mean that you need to avoid the bike. With a little technical know-how, headache-prone cyclists can share all the benefits of exercise without the pain. In fact, if you adhere to a few guidelines, cycling can help prevent headaches and migraines. Have you been hurt […]

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October 8, 2020 / Bicycle Accidents / Kass & Moses

​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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