Bikefit Van Staeyen

Knee pain while cycling

The knee is rarely the culprit — it is the victim.

Does this sound familiar?

  • Pain around or behind the kneecap while cycling
  • Pain on the inside or outside of the knee after longer rides
  • A knee that feels "warm" after exertion
  • Complaints that worsen when climbing or pushing a heavy gear

The biomechanical causes

Wat er meestal achter zit

Asymmetrical heat distribution around the kneecap indicates a biomechanical problem

An incorrect saddle height causing the knee to extend or flex too much

A cleat position that disrupts the tracking of the knee

Leg length difference — from just 3 mm it can change the pelvic position and knee load

How we measure it

Let us find the cause.

No guesswork, just measurements: we track down where your complaint comes from and adjust your position accordingly.

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