Pain Be Gone

I went back to see Dr. Ira at his suggestion and I’m so glad I did.  He spent a long time patiently fitting me on my bike.  It may seem strange that a chiropractor would give me a bike fitting, but Dr. Ira is unique in that, in addition to his chiropractic training, he also studied physical therapy and sports medicine.  He is also an experience biker who rides with other professional riders and racers.  In other words, he is extremely knowledgeable and well-versed.

He put my bike on a stationary device so he could observe my posture while riding.  He studied my pedaling strokes, arm and leg extensions and riding position.  Also, he asked me a lot of questions about what hurts and what feels right.  He then made minor adjustments to the bike seat and made recommendations to help me with my riding.  He was so nice and could not have been more helpful.

After the adjustment, he gave me a heat therapy on my left calf and then worked on it a little.  Whatever he did hurt like hell, but it was the good kind of hurt after a good massage.  I was totally relaxed knowing that I was in good hands.  I felt better after the session.  (Thanks Dr. Ira!)