I was reading over the New York Times and starting reading an article by Gretchen Reynolds titled “Bones?Is Bicycling Bad for Your “. Ms. Reynolds writes about a study Aaron Smathers did that sudied bone density amongst cyclists and compared … Continue reading →
It’s summer and in Texas that means lots of sun and this year even more than usual. In southeast Texas we have been setting temperature records which means plenty of sun. My dermotologist recommends at a sunscreen with a SPF55 … Continue reading →
Dr. Mirkin writes: Hip Fracture Usually Requires Hip Replacement The most-feared injury among serious bicyclists is a broken hip. The femur hip bone is shaped like a shepherd’s crook. The blood supply to the ball at the top of the … Continue reading →
Dear Dr. Mirkin: Won’t I be a better bicycle rider if I ride hard every day? If you exercise intensely when your muscles are sore, you put yourself at high risk for injury. The soreness you feel is from direct … Continue reading →