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Is cycling good for relieving back pain, and if so are some bikes better than others?
speaking as sommeone with a long history of complicated back issues, i would suggest asking your gp or physio that question. We are all different , whats good for one person could be hell for another.
Ive had two spinal surgeries and have never met a GP,consultant,physio or surgeon who has actually been able to give me proper advice on riding a bike or not. One message has been clear from all and that is to do what you can do, within reason and that doesnt cause undue pain. Just keep moving in other words.
I actually now need a fusion (apparently) but dont get pain on the bike, whereas sitting or walking can be agony. Its fair to say that cycling isnt an impact exercise so unless your bike setup is way out I cant see what harm it can do.
Is cycling good for relieving back pain, and if so are some bikes better than others?
I'm in a similar position to yourself doog, I've a lot of degeneration causing scoliosis of the spine. Since posting this originally I've been out a few times and although sitting, walking, etc cause me pain, cycling does give me relief. Between stretching the back muscles and engaging the core something's working. I'm going to invest in a specialized cobl gobl-r seatpost after payday just to dampen any impacts from potholes, etc. Thanks for the replies guys.
I have a USE Shokpost on my hardtail MTB. I normally use my legs as shock absorbers when riding offroad, but occasionally fail to spot something which gives the back wheel a thump while I have my weight on the saddle. The Shokpost has limited travel, but it is enough to take the sting out of minor bumps which would otherwise be very jarring. I say - give one a try!I'm interested to know whether you think a suspension seatpost might help Mrs Gti who has been off work for 6 months with spondyloisthesis, which is a partial displacement of the lowest joint where the spine meets the sacrum. She is slowly improving but very nervous about the idea of driving or cycling so I'm wondering if one of these might help once she does get back on the bike.