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Desert Orthopaedic Center Provides Care, Guidelines for Mountain Bikers

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The sports medicine experts at Desert Orthopaedic Center recognize the surge in mountain biking’s popularity across Southern Nevada. While the sport delivers significant cardiovascular and musculoskeletal benefits, riders of all levels, from beginners to elite athletes, face a real risk of injury. As leaders in orthopaedic and sports medicine care, Desert Orthopaedic Center’s specialists provide both surgical and nonsurgical treatment for a wide range of biking-related injuries. Desert Orthopaedic Center offers mountain bikers appointments at multiple convenient locations in Las Vegas, including 2800 E. Desert Inn Road, Suite 100; 8402 W. Centennial Parkway, Suite 100; 8205 W. Warm Springs Road, Suite 250; and 8689 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 105; and in Henderson at 2930 W. Horizon Ridge Parkway, Suite 100. Those seeking specialized care for mountain biking injuries are encouraged to call 702-731-4088 to schedule an appointment.

As the exclusive regional doctors for Mountain Biking Doctors, Desert Orthopaedic Center’s specialists are trusted experts in treating injuries specific to the sport. Mountain Biking Doctors is a national authoritative resource on mountain biking injury prevention and treatment from specialty-trained orthopaedic and sports medicine doctors.

In addition to wearing a well-fitted, high-quality helmet, the team at Desert Orthopaedic Center emphasizes the following tips for safer rides:

  • Plan your ride: Know your route, trail conditions and ride duration, especially for out-and-back routes where fatigue builds.
  • Warm up and stretch: Engage in 10 minutes of light pedaling and full-body stretching to prepare your muscles and joints for the demands of off-road terrain.
  • Hydration and nutrition: Start your ride well-fueled. Drink fluids before, during and after biking. Eat a large meal two to three hours before longer rides and a small meal one to two hours ahead of shorter rides.
  • Body positioning: Maintain balance by shifting your weight to your pedals and out of the seat when descending or riding through uneven ground.

“We’re thrilled to see our local biking community expanding,” said Dr. Hugh Bassewitz, board-certified and fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon. “Our team at Desert Orthopaedic Center is here to support riders, whether it’s treating an acute injury or helping them prevent future ones with proper technique and conditioning.”

To learn more about preventing mountain biking injuries and when to seek treatment, please visit www.mountainbikingdoctors.com/region/vegas or call Desert Orthopaedic Center at 702-731-4088.