ReviewGeriatric orthopaedic surgery & rehabilitation2018
Geriatric Cyclists: Assessing Risks, Safety, and Benefits.
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9 citing papers in PubMed, 24 citations in OpenAlex.
- Characteristics of older cyclists with self-perceived needs for improvement in cycling competence: SiFAr trial.European geriatric medicine · 2023Trial
- Feasibility and Safety of an Outdoor-Simulated Interactive Indoor Cycling Device for Cardiac Rehabilitation: A Pilot Validation Study.Journal of clinical medicine · 2025Article
- COVID-19's impact on older adults' cycling behaviors in a small, auto-centric urban area.Transportation research interdisciplinary perspectives · 2022Article
- Epidemiology, injury characteristics and clinical outcomes of bicycle and motorcycle accidents in the under 20 population: South Korea.BMC emergency medicine · 2022Article
- Physical activity, balance, and bicycling in older adults.PloS one · 2022Article
- Patterns and clinical outcomes of injuries related to two-wheeled vehicles (bicycle and motorcycle) in the geriatric population: a nationwide analysis in South Korea (2016-2018).BMC geriatrics · 2021Article
- Public toilets in parklands or open spaces in international cities using geographic information systems.International urogynecology journal · 2020Observational
- Effect of seat tube angle and crank arm length on metabolic and neuromuscular responses and lower extremity joint kinematics during pedaling with a relatively lower seat height.European journal of applied physiology · 2020Article
- Well-being, behavioral patterns and cycling crashes of different age groups in Latin America: Are aging adults the safest cyclists?PloS one · 2019Article
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Abstract
Nearly 1 in every 3 Americans ride bicycles each year, but only 20% of the reported 100 million cyclists ride on a weekly basis. Bicycling is a common form of transportation and recreation and has gained popularity among the elderly patients. In recent years, the number of elderly cyclists has increased steadily and studies have cited ease of use, need for exercise, and enjoyment as important contributing factors. The benefits of physical activity on health is well-documented, and elderly individuals are encouraged to remain active to reduce the progression of age-related weakness and loss of muscle mass. Safety concerns, however, have been a prevalent public health issue. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, elderly and teenage cyclists account for the highest number of head injuries and fatalities among all cyclists. Safety measures that include wearing protective gear such as helmets and choosing the appropriate bicycle have been recommended to minimize the risk of sustaining injuries while riding. Despite these concerns, bicycling has remained a popular and exciting activity for the elderly patients.
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