Back Pain & or Sciatica with Biking? Bicycle Pain-Free with these Tips.
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- Опубліковано 28 вер 2024
- "Famous" Physical Therapists Bob Schrupp and Brad Heineck provide valuable information on how to deal with back pain and or sciatica with biking. How to adjust your bicycle correctly.
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By watching this video I feel 90's show in a good way.
I’m a cyclist and I just got HNP, now I can’t even walk without pain. This video gives me hope that maybe in a few months I can do cycling again, thanks.
How's, it going - have you been able to cycle again?
Give it up ..not worth it
Found Bob & Brad after having back problems These 2 Guys Give out Great Advice and make it fun they have Really Helped me Thanks Guys Keep It Going 😎
THANK YOU BOTH SO MUCH! For all your help! For the help you give us that we should be getting from our doctors and therapists, but DON'T. So instead of being left to suffer like a dog left in an enclosed car, you demonstrate treatments that actually help. I couldn't get out of bed last week, this week I'm getting around thanks to you. So grateful.
You guys are funny and at the same time very informative. I got what I was looking for. Thank you!
you guys are heroes 😭 I wanted to be you to make a video on what kind of physical activities you do recommend for people who have sciatica flares. I got a flare after doing squats and lunges and using the stairmaster. Help :( I'm discouraged I want to be physically active but this is hindering my motivation. Thanks
Chris G stay away from stair master it gave me horrible flare up to my disc herniation, until I'm fully recovered. ..elliptical and speed walk on the treadmill and maybe bike but make sure it's a comfortable position, hope you feel better I know it sucks
Try out a 29" Cruiser Style BMX. Upright position. Cruise for miles without too much back flex. Tall Handlebars help also !
This is exactly what I needed! Thank you sirs!
Hi my chiropractor told me i shouldn't use my spin bike because of his diagnosis of spondylolisthesis. Im very early 1 l4 l5 lumbar .... what is your experience since i know you also have this. Thank you.
You guys are the bets God bless got what I was looking for
tks so much.😊 you guys are awesome.
Sir , can we use bicycling machine for weight reduction , suffering from disc bulge
Yes
i'm just kidding you guys are great. thanks i appreciate your skills which i have applied with my bad back
The knees on the saddle thing killed me. LOL
I'm only 28 and got a pinched nerve c6 in my neck from biking. What can I do to prevent another flare up?
What kind of bike do you ride ?
thanks,... i suffer for the same pain....
Bob and brad I had previous right lower back pain that radiated to the aide right of buttocks. Now my lower back and buttocks pain have drastically diminished. I can wall and sit without severe pain. I want your opinion on the matter. Do you think I should go to get MRI or what?
Is it physiotherapy or Yoga?
The Sanskrit name of the Cat Pose, Marjaiasana, comes from marjay meaning cat and asana meaning posture. The name of the Cow Pose, Bitilasana, comes from bitil meaning cow and asana meaning posture. Both the Cat and Cow poses stretch the lower spine, hips, back and core muscles
im having lower back pain on the left side, im using bmx cause im 5ft2.. who has same situation?
Hi new friend here. Your video help me improve my cycling. I have subscribed. Let’s get connected.
Where can I find this handle bar ?
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but the professional cyclists are using drop bars and are in a bended position for aerodynamics
This saddle is WAY too high. And this 'knee over the spindle' method is a real red flag ))
Can't ride bike so how can I I sit hurts by spin
His seat looks like it’s about a half inch to high for my comfort. I would like my legs to stretch a little less then that but if that works for him, that’s all that matters
The Beard Dream
Bike frame is too large for him.
He should ride mtb or comfort bike instead. This setting is too strange. Like out of the normal adjustment zone. So many things looks weird.
HELP please. I have back pain from riding an electric scooter ( standing) from road bumps. I have front suspension only 10 inch air filled tires. My brother doesnt have the problem even tough his electric scooter has 8,5 inch tires and 0 suspension....
Can you help please? I triy to take the shocks by lowering my but, bending knees but i still get pain.
Great advice. However, look at how a professional racer's posture is on, and what setup they have. Consider how many hours they do that. I have a lower lumbar herniation. The racing position on a road bicycle gives me a significant advantage. When my back hurts, I go down into the drops, and my spine is close to horizontal with the ground. Now, I don't have issues in "C" areas of my body, so I have the advantage of being able to mostly still be able to look down the road. Also, keep in mind, I generally do not curve my spine, but rather try and maintain a "J" position in relation to my spinal alignment. This has been observed in certain populations to reduce the incidence of disc degeneration in larges groups of ancient populations.
Thanks for posting this. I'm a OTA student, and was a serious cyclist. In Cat 2 level, and had to be pulled from clinical rotations to heal a herniated at L5S1 after a road accident. It's been a year since, and a lot has improved. Graduated from school and completed clinicals, but still haven't found a way/combination to get back to what I love- cycling. I have good disc space at l5s1 but need aggressive modified core conditioning if I ever want to get back to the type of racing/level I was once at. The video was helpful and the quote at the beginning meant a lot to me. Best wishes. Thank you both for the advice and the video. The bike I ride is an aero LIV envie advanced with an aggressive position. I think I may have to change my position up somehow- Hannah
What about a recumbent bike? I have an herniated disk in L4-L5, this bike seems to have the back straight
Hello. I also have herniated disk in L4-L5 and I'm interested in did you continue cycling? How's your back after your bike?
@@NinucaKhupenia-ts7iv it is better thank God, a recumbent bike is a good option if you have herniated disk because it gives you back support. I stopped cycling because I got an injury in the knee , but while I did it, I never had back pain, as long as I had my back fully supported, even sometimes I used a small pillow in the back while cycling.
Hey guys, i have to comment on tour 10 to 15 degrees of knee flexion at the 6 o'clock position on the bike. 15 would be a minimum but just looking at your position, your seat is too high. 25 and even some get to 30, 35 degrees. The sine qua non is that there is no up and down rocking of the hips when peddling, especially at high cadence.
Tight hams, etc are a huge cause, problem
was gonna say same thing... wayyyy to high. You should be locked out at 6:00 with your heel on the pedal.
Anyone try a tadpole recumbent bike? There are all kinds of models - sporty, touring and cruisers. Should be easy on the back 😊
Can you talk more about bike styles for people with back and hip pain and sciatica? Which bike style is best for regular exercise and recreation? I am considering cruiser styles vs. comfort bs mountain bikes. Also, is a spring seat best to absorb some shock? I love your channel. It is very informative. Appreciate the demonstrations.
Lift weights
I love biking. It is very Hard for me to let it go but I have herniated disc and got sciatica nerve pain. I took epidural shot and felt better. What I should I do. Do you recommend any good bike to support my back.
I’m enjoying the bike so far ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxMesz3KOGEmwmvyKQfLfrRSUXLFzfVHZA My only real complaints are the brakes and the pedals. I feel like a bike designed for bigger people should have much larger pedals and more heavy duty brakes. I’ve only gotten two really good rides out of it, minimal downhill action, and the brakes feel like they’re already going out. A larger person has more momentum, so I think this wasn’t thought through very well. Also, I wear size 13-14 wide shoes. My feet cramp up on these pedals that are clearly made for smaller feet. Since I’m not a pro rider (and I don’t think many are who purchase this bike) I don’t think that the straps on the pedal are necessary at all. None of this takes away from the enjoyment I get from riding, however. I’ll just head to a bike shop to improve on a few things.
Question here. Once a cyclist had a Herniated disc operation. Will he be able to go back to cycling again?
I have a bike cruiser (Sun Baja Cruiser)...very comfortable ride and has "Fat Tires" that absorb the shocks of the road. Never have a problem with my back. Not a fast bike by no means and your riding position is almost vertical with a wide hand grip on the bars. BUT! I also have a hybrid (Giant-Cypress) and ride it once in a while. Last Saturday, I thought I would take the Cypress for a ride. About one hour and 15 minutes..came home my back was sort of stiff..did some exercises to loosen up the spine. Next morning, barely 5 minutes out of bed, went to pick up a piece of paper on the floor...heard a "pop" in my back and now have a bulging disc issue. Seeing a Chiro.In the future, I will only ride the Cruiser!
Should I just avoid the bike altogether if I had previous disc injury in the past
Julian D my friend had a disc injury and surgery. she does triathlons. I’m not a doctor but what if you Give a well fitted bike a try. Start small on the miles. work on full body muscle building. 🤷🏾♀️
Will I be able to ride a bike 6 months or a year after L5 S1 disc herniation?
nah i don't know man, how about i use your bike for ya?
These guys have addressed every back problem that is out there.
I bought a Dutch bike to keep active and I love it. I have Spondylolisthesis grade 1. L5-S1. I didn't feel any pain in my lower back even after 30km.
How are you finding at the moment? I have Spondy grade 2. One surgeon suggested surgery but another surgeon didn't think so (same as physio, chiro). I am looking into bikes atm.
I got gas in my back can't ride bike long so how can I ride it
These are great videos, awesome effort by you folks. I recovered from sciatica and decided to get back to cycling, I gradually increased my duration from 10 minutes to 40 mins on a hybrid bike. How bad is carrying a backpack on bumpy roads? Would be great if we do another video on cycling or motor cycling
hi, just to offer some advice.. pick a real good backpack pading on the straps, the thin straps hurts your shoulders and also if the bulk of the weight is on the lower back of the bag you will feel the weight a lot
Norms brother?
I NEEDED THIS. Thank you!!😊
I have bikepain too 😂
Thank you. This is amazing help. Thank you famous therapist 💕💕💕💕💕
I'm not flexible at all . Dr says I need to stretch hamstrings after my sciatica is better . Maybe you can do a video on how the hamstrings effect the low back . I'm very interested . Thank you
yes, please do one on hamstrings. I was in PT to get mine stretched out and they are still tight and sore. Thanks!
I think that the sciatica is caused by tight hamstrings that puts torque on the hips. This takes the natural curve out, straightening the lower back putting pressure on the disc and nerve. You can change this by stretching.
I want to stationary bike. My recumbent I think was a cause of my sciatic issue. I want to set my mountain bike up as a stationary. Any advice?
this is the worst bike fit ever full of injury potential
Agreed. I’ve been a bike fitter for 20 years, bike coach for 15. I’m always amazed at how so many people assume they know everything about cycling. Just listening to those two talk about position on the bike told me that they know nothing. I know the Dunning-Kruger effect is everywhere, but it seems to be in cycling more than anything else...
@Ed Sassler can you recommend a good video
Any pointers on using a desk cycle? My job has one available that I use but I noticed I get really bad back pain on my right side after using it.
Awesome Video thank u. I suffer from lower back pain and sciatica and biking is the best cardio exercise for me.
I bike a lot, but recently got diagnosed with mild bulge in L4-L5 disc. I have a biking trip coming around in another 15 days and I have been preparing for it for almost eight months now, can I go for it?
Setting up your riding position when your wheels are at different heights. WCGW
thank thank you!!! I have a trainer at home and I wanna see why back is hurtingor not...
youre both my favs! lol
Another great video guys, my partner has recently recovered from a slipped disc but has some permenant issues as a result so still has trouble from time to time, and I also have some lesser lower back issues. We both started commuting by bike recently and she was really having some trouble with her back after riding. Hopefully these tips will help ease her back into it and I'll be sure to try them out as well to hopefully keep my weird spine in check 😄
Love the intro song. Thank you for the advice.
I love the intro you guys have the leads to the video. Bob and Brad , the most famous physical therapist on the internet!:)
I had HNP, my doctor say I may not had to have a surgery to fix it, but still need to undergo some physical therapy to fix it. I wonder if I can go bicycling after it heals?
Very informative...thanks...
Great video fellas.... Thanks for the tips!
Nice! what bike is this?
Great! I like this kind of bike and I got GT in chromoly. Great video.
Very good information
Bob, you LIE on your back!!
Winsconsin
This is a great channel. I applaud you gentlemen.
Thanks. Went for my first longish ride (20km) yesterday and today I'm sore mid-back and I'm thinking there's going to be some soreness in the beginning? I'm looking forward to a fitting when I "earn" myself my new bike but on this trash one I'm on for now I'm not willing to fit$ and really appreciate this video 👍
Better watch bikefitting videos from Road Cycling Academy, they are the best I've seen.
Very helpful. Thank you, gentlemen!
You need a new bike! That bike look early 90's. As to topic I started having some lower back and pain in side of hip or glut area. Sucks getting old.
I have 4 bikes. you think 5 is the magic number ; ).
Thanks guys for the very informative video!
So glad I found you both!
Great video
that bike looks to big for him.
It is so weird to me that you guys think bending the spine forward is bad and bending it back is good. The sciatic nerve runs down the BACK of the spine. If you bend back, any disc material hanging out between the vertebrae will get pinched, whereas if you bend forward the space in back between the vertebrae will open up, causing less pinching of the disc material and less pressure on the nerve.
hi I had fractured my right humerus and after internal fixation surgery I am having radial nerve palsy (on 26th April ).
can you show exercises for it.
Actually really helpful - thank you
You’re welcome
title lists sciatic pain but its not mentioned in the presentation. I am wondering if biking is a problem for folks with piriformis issues, anyone? I am not certain if it is slowing my recovery.
It can be. I have issues in that area. Not sure if triggered by lower back or if piriformis!
@@mhaas281 piriformis is extremely rare. the minute I saw a PT, it was very clear I had a ruptured disk. it took 90n seconds in two postures. use the internet but don't waste time diagnosing symptoms. a few minutes with a PT = diagnosis and solution. then its on you to discipline yourself to retrain. I would not spend another minute on the internet, and get to the PT. I am 99% recovered, hiking 2000' feet, 5 miles a day. not riding the bike much, but switching to Jones bars and working on seat position and stem length for a better posture.
@@gregknipe8772 More detail. I was in a cycling crash 2016. A year later I was diagnosed with mild disc bulge to the right. At that time pain was in the right side near glut. Now days when I have pain its in the left side, feels like coming from piriformis, glut SI joint or Asymmetrical tightness in the Quadratus Lumborum but that just my guessing. Maybe tight groin casing issues? I talked to Kaiser doc who thinks the issue is muscular and needs time to heal. Been to numerous Doc, PT and chiropractic visits none have been able to provide me a sure diagnoses. I'm giving the usual do these stretches and sent off. I use to ride 40+ miles 5 days a week until having these issues. Thanks!
@@mhaas281 sorry to hear this. I had the poor judgement to use a lotsa ibuprophin this spring for other reasons, to keep skiing, and I was numb to the toe at worst, and steady pain at about the piriformis location, which causes those a bit too informed (me, via the internet!!) to jump to piriformis syndrome. feeling lucky and more disciplined now... be well, and good fortune to you.
Great video! Brad, what aero bars do you have? Those angle up which looks helpful. Sadly I hurt my back from road biking. I was spending too much time on my aero bars which are a lot lower and it led to my QL & Psoas muscles on the right side getting extremely tight. It got to the point where it caused my L4 disc to bulge and cause nerve root irritation into mt calves. In my efforts to correct it I then spent too much time with my hands on the hoods and developed a strain in my mid-back (I was also weight lifting at the time which contributed).
Anyway, I've spent a lot more time over the past several months working on my mobility and stretching and have laid off on the biking and lifting. It's helped a lot but I would eventually like to get back on the bike.
Thank you brothers in backs and arms and legs...😇🦿😇