Introduction
Mountain biking has increased in popularity over recent years and with this we have seen an increase in the injuries associated with this great sport. Mountain biking involves off road riding over tracks with variable surface conditions. The high speeds achieved during downhill sections can lead to falls and sometimes serious injury. There are several published reports of serious head injury as a result of falls, which makes a helmet essential!
Saying this most mountain biking injuries are not serious and the majority of falls result in relatively minor cuts and grazes.
5 Common mountain biking injuries:
1. Cuts ad grazes
2. Broken collar bone
3. Acromio-clavicular joint (SCJ) sprain
4. Knee Pain
5. Low back pain
Disclaimer: This advice is general advice only, if you are experiencing symptoms associated with cycling or mountain biking you should seek medical advice from your Doctor of Physiotherapist.
