Knee pain
If you suffer from knee pain during or after cycling, here are some of the potential causes — and how a fit helps.
Why do we get knee pain?
Knee pains are by far the most common complaint among cyclists. The repetitive nature of cycling means any abnormal load on the knee builds for the duration of your ride. More often than not, knee pain is the culmination of weeks or months in the wrong position — so it can seemingly come out of the blue, without any change to your habits or set-up.
Types of knee pain
Pain on the inside or outside of the knee is usually caused by a cleat position that does not match your pedalling style. We all pedal differently according to anatomy, biomechanics, strength and flexibility — there is no one-size-fits-all cleat solution. We assess your biomechanics before you ride so cleats can be positioned for your body.
Pain at the front or back of the knee is usually resolved by setting the saddle correctly. Too high can overstretch the hamstrings where they attach at the knee. Too low can overload the patellofemoral joint (where the kneecap meets the thigh bone), causing compression injuries.
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