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Putting some science into the wheel size debate.

Dr. Lee Brotherston

Jun 4, 2018
2 min

Putting some science into the wheel size debate.

Everybody has a preferred wheel size that they think is best, and anyone who rides something different does because they aren’t as clever. In the cross-country race world, 29” wheels are by and large the dominant wheel size. The rationale for 29” wheels has been that the larger diameter improves roll-over and small trail bump absorption, improving contact with the ground - leading to an increase in speed. In addition, it has been proposed by the cycling industry that the larg

Another year with UXC!

Dr. Lee Brotherston

May 26, 2018
1 min

Another year with UXC!

We are proud to continue our support of UXC, Uxbridge’s cross-country mountain bike race team. As the official manual therapy providers of the team, it is our job to make sure the racers perform at the top of their game. Whether it is helping them get over an injury suffered in training or racing, or helping them avoid injuries in the first place – they know we’ve got them covered. We look forward to another great season of training, racing, and having fun on bikes! Happy tra

Compression socks - these aren't your grandma's graduated compression stockings!

Dr. Lee Brotherston

Nov 30, 2017
2 min

Compression socks - these aren't your grandma's graduated compression stockings!

Compression socks are used by a number of different people for a number of different reasons. They are often prescribed to help deal with things like varicose veins, and to help decrease the chances of developing a blood clot. We also fit them for athletes who are looking for a performance edge, particularly in endurance sports. We see a lot of cyclists and runners in our office and they often find that wearing compression socks results in less leg fatigue and decreased swell

Do I need custom orthotics?

Dr. Lee Brotherston

Nov 22, 2017
3 min

Do I need custom orthotics?

Have you been told that you need custom orthotics? Have you ever wondered how they work? Read on to bust some myths, and learn whether or not you truly need custom orthotics. Generally speaking, there are custom, or over the counter orthotics. Many people are familiar with the Dr. Scholl's brand of insoles, or even a more high-end offering such as Superfeet. These are examples of over the counter, or non-custom orthotics. For some people, the addition of one of these inserts

How to set up your pedals/cleats

Dr. Lee Brotherston

Jul 31, 2017
2 min

How to set up your pedals/cleats

During a discussion with one of our athletes after their race on the weekend, the topic of optimal cleat/pedal setup came up. He wanted to know, is there an ideal position for the cleat to be placed on the shoe, from a performance and injury prevention standpoint? I gave him a fairly abbreviated answer, saying simply that if you’re comfortable with your cleat positioning, and it doesn’t seem to be causing any pain in the lower limb, then keep doing what you’re doing. Afterwa

Cycling and knee pain - The role of the foot/ankle complex

Dr. Lee Brotherston

Feb 13, 2017
4 min

Cycling and knee pain - The role of the foot/ankle complex

Part 3 of a multipart series on cycling and staying healthy. Last time we talked about cycling and knee pain we discussed how the hip could be the cause of the problem. In this post, we’ll talk about the foot/ankle complex and the role it may play in knee pain. Excessive pronation, or rotation of the foot can cause internal rotation of the tibia, which in turn, alters the way the patella (kneecap) tracks, leading to knee pain and a condition called PFPS (patella femoral pain

Cycling and knee pain - the hips don't lie

Dr. Lee Brotherston

Feb 10, 2017
5 min

Cycling and knee pain - the hips don't lie

Part 2 in a multi-part series on cycling and staying healthy. In part 1, we discussed low back pain, and how some simple core endurance exercises could decrease your back pain while cycling, and increase your fun. We will update that post in the future with some other areas to consider when dealing with cycling related back pain. Today, however, we are going to delve in the knee – more specifically, how problems at the hip can impact the knees. Much like the back, the knee is

Biking a pain in the back?

Dr. Lee Brotherston

Jan 2, 2017
3 min

Biking a pain in the back?

Part 1 in a multi-part series on cycling and staying healthy. If you’re like me, you may think the bicycle is one of the most simple, and beautiful of all humanities’ inventions. Sometimes though, our love of cycling leads to pain and discomfort. Non-traumatic injuries (those not sustained in a crash) make up the bulk of injuries experienced by cyclists – particularly recreational cyclists, as we don’t have the luxury of a full complement of bike fitters and coaches at our di

Dr. Lee Brotherston

Jan 1, 2017
1 min

Welcome to the blog!

Thank you for stopping by! We will use this space to discuss a variety of topics pertinent to you and your health. We always have ideas swirling around our heads for what we hope are informative and entertaining topics, but if there is something you would like to see covered, just let us know and we’ll get on it! Future topics will include cycling injures, running injuries, the benefits of chiropractic care, workplace injuries, and general health and wellness advice to name a