Don't put up with saddle area numbness!
Don't let your uncomfortable saddle stop you cycling! Saddle area numbness (Pudendal Neuralgia) is a surprisingly common ailment suffered by cyclists, and is both poorly understood and tricky to deal with.
When you take a look at how close the sensitive nerves are to the saddle, you will understand why the problem affects so many of us. While numbness due to saddle pressure is frequently reported, cyclists can also suffer from pain, stricture or even sexual dysfunction.
Thankfully there are many ways to reduce saddle related numbness, starting with choosing the right saddle for you and making sure your bike fit is optimised. I'll present a number of other strategies that will help also.
Content
00:00 Intro
01:50 Anatomy
02:57 Nerve Compression
03:59 Types of Saddles
05:58 Saddle Shape
06:38 Medical Conditions
07:07 Practical Solutions
10:15 Conclusion