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Study of Effects in Women Cyclists Reported
Women who participated in prolonged, frequent bicycling had decreased
genital sensation and were more likely to have a history of genital pain
than women runners, a study by researchers from NIOSH, Yale University?s
School of Medicine, and Albert Einstein College of Medicine found. The
findings were published in the November 2006 issue of the Journal for
Sexual Medicine. An abstract is available
on line at this link. The study did not address the long-term effects
of bicycling on genital sensation or women?s sexual health. It proceeded
from earlier research among police bicycle patrol officers, which suggested
that prolonged bicycle riding may have negative effects on nocturnal
erectile function in men and indicate a need for innovative bicycle saddle
designs. More information about NIOSH occupational health research on
bicycle saddles and reproductive health is available
at this link.
NIOSH Published Research on
Reproductive Health Issues Related to Bicycle Saddle Pressure
Effects
of Bicycle Saddle Designs on the Pressure to the Perineum of the Bicyclist
A study conducted with cooperation from the International Police
Mountain Bike Association, measured perineal pressure and found that riding
a bicycle having a saddle without a protruding nose significantly reduced
physical pressure to the groin that has been associated with a measure of
erectile dysfunction.
Nocturnal
Penile Tumescence and Rigidity Testing in Bicycling Patrol Officers
A health assessment study was conducted in response to complaints of
groin numbness in a bicycling police unit. The data suggest that prolonged
bicycle riding may have negative effects on nocturnal erectile function and
indicate a need for innovative bicycle saddle designs.
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