What is cyclist's low back pain?

Cycling is a sport that is relatively accessible to all, providing good cardiovascular activity without putting excessive strain on the joints. However, cycling can be the cause of pain, especially in the back.

Low back pain is defined as localized suffering of the lumbar vertebrae in the lower back. Often referred to as "common", cyclists' low back pain is not linked to a specific disease, but rather to the origin of an injury. injury to muscles, tendons or ligaments. These elements, which support the spine and maintain its function, can be put under extreme stress when cycling.

The disorder is mechanical, and pain can vary from patient to patient. It does, however, need to be properly managed to prevent chronic pathologies from setting in and persisting.

Why does your back hurt when cycling?

Cycling is generally a good way to relieve lower back pain. However, when practised in the wrong conditions, cycling can lead to back pain that can be very severe. Low-back pain in cyclists can have several origins and different levels of intensity. Here's several factors that can cause back pain when cycling:

• bike size not adapted to cyclist
• saddle and handlebar adjustment to be reviewed
• no suspension
• poor shoulder or back posture
• poor posture of arms or legs
• lack of physical preparation
• lack of stretching after cycling

How can I prevent back pain when cycling?

To prevent back pain, it is of course essential to choosing the right equipment. The size of the bike, the choice of frame and saddle, each part has its importance. But tools aren't everything!

Make sure you adopt and maintain good posture throughout the session. Your back should be straight and stable, your shoulders, arms and hands evenly supporting the weight of your upper body. Your arms should remain slightly bent at around 10° and your legs should form a 90° angle at the top of the movement. Strengthen and stretch your back, tone your legs and stretch.

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How to relieve cyclists' lower back pain?

If you suffer from lower back pain after enjoying a bike ride, here are a few tips for quick and natural relief:

• Cayenne pepper: The effectiveness of cayenne pepper is essentially due to its active compound, capsaicin. Mixed with vegetable oil, it makes an excellent warming balm for soothing pain.

• Relaxation: lie on the floor with your feet and calves on the seat of a chair. Rest your head on a pillow and rest your back on the floor. Relax your muscles and breathe deeply, as this posture is a highly effective way of relieving back tension.

• STIMCARE patches: the patch is a simple, effective way to relieve functional discomfort and release muscle and ligament tension. The mineral oxides in the patch stimulate microcirculation and reduce inflammation. It drains and promotes muscle relaxation. Non-transdermal, the patch contains no active chemical ingredients for guaranteed natural efficacy.

There are 3 tutorials to relieve lower back pain:

• Relieve discomfort in the lumbar region (tingling)
• Relieve discomfort in the lumbar region (bar in the back)
• Relieve the discomfort of lower back pain

Low-back pain in cyclists doesn't have to be a fatality, so don't let it take hold and risk being forced to rest. STIMCARE patches relieve muscular and ligament tension, so you can get back to pedaling in total freedom.