I am looking for a recommendation of a urologist in Chiang Mai who is familiar with cycling-related issues.

I know there are a lot of cyclists here in Chiang Mai (one of the reasons I moved here) and I hope someone can make a recommendation for a doctor who is familiar with the unique issues of cyclists who overdo it (like me).

Thanks

sorry for the off topic reply, but it is funny how you can substitute other words for "cyclist" in your post and the results are very funny posts! LOL.

this is a pretty common complaint with cyclists and almost always due to improper setup, equipment or technique.

The cyclist should distribute their weight 1/3 saddle, 1/3 pedals and 1/3 handlebars.

On the saddle itself the weight should be on the sit bones and not the perineum. The front of the saddle is not really for bearing weight but for controlling the bike in relation to the pelvis.

I would play around with the basics like saddle tilt, height and fore aft position along with possible changes in saddle model and padded shorts.

These problems usually go away quickly when the setup is good.

If you take a day or so off and the symptoms subside then you know it's setup.

I don't know of any sport knowledgeable urologists... Heck for that matter there aren't even any Chiropractors or Podiatrists currently practicing in CM....

Good luck and maybe post in a cycling forum for more tips or google for setup tips...

Tilt the front of the seat down.

I don't know if he's familiar with cyclist problems, but Dr Bunnakit is pretty good - he's at RAM one day a week I think and has a clinic. I had his number, if I find it I'll post it for you. Good luck.

I had problems too when I began doing long rides . I switched to a horshoe seat and the problems stopped. The seat took a few rides to get use to but it works well now . I think shipping the seat here cost me about $28.00 .

http://www.derri-air.com/prostate-relief.htm

you can get an outpatient urine exam for 70 thb at most hospital labs--no referral needed--if you think you have blood in there. I know marathon runners that can get that condition--I forget it's name.

I don't know if these are available in Thailand but in The Netherlands I've solved my saddle-related problems by buying a saddle cover that is filled with a gel padding; for truly ultimate comfort!

Hope this helps. Good luck!

Try these sites for answers about cycle sizing, seats, and a host of other info a cyclist should not venture forth without; have fun:

Bicycle Sizing –

http://www.cptips.com/bkefit.htm

http://www.nettally.com/palmk/BikeFit.html

http://www.rivbike.com/article/misc/tips_for_happy_riding