What Cyclists Can Learn From Tadej Pogačar’s Riding Position Tadej Pogačar is the benchmark in professional cycling, and his position on the bike attracts almost as much attention as his performances. But there’s an important lesson recreational and competitive cyclists can take from watching riders like Pogačar: a good bike position isn’t just about how…
Saddle sores are one of the most frustrating problems cyclists experience. The natural reaction is to blame the saddle. So riders often start searching for: A different saddle. Saddle pressure mapping. Better cycling shorts. More expensive bibs. Stronger chamois cream. Sometimes those things help. But very often, they’re treating the symptom rather than the cause.…
“I thought it was getting better… then it came back.” It’s one of the most common frustrations we hear at Kernow Physio. Whether it’s back pain, knee pain, shoulder pain, neck pain or a sports injury, many people arrive after months—or even years—of trying to solve the same problem. They’ve rested. They’ve stretched. They’ve had…
For most people, travelling hundreds of miles for a bike fit might sound excessive. Until they experience the difference. Over the years, cyclists have travelled to Kernow Physio from London, Bath, Bristol, Devon and across the South West, choosing to invest in a physiotherapy-led bike fit rather than a conventional fitting service closer to home.…
If you’ve ever searched for a bike fit, you’ve probably discovered there are plenty of options. Many focus on bike measurements, flexibility tests, or matching your position to a formula. But at Kernow Physio, bike fitting starts somewhere completely different. It starts with you. A Bike Doesn’t Cause Pain. The Interaction Between You and the…
One of the most common things we hear at Kernow Physio is: “I’ve already seen two or three physios and I’m still in pain.” If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Many patients arrive at our clinic frustrated, confused, and often sceptical that anyone can help. They’ve spent money on treatment, followed exercise plans, attended…
There’s something reassuring about walking into a clinic that feels genuine. At Kernow Physio, physiotherapist Scott Tomkinson combines clinical expertise with a passion for movement, cycling and helping people stay active. From professional bike fitting and custom footbeds to knee pain rehabilitation and shockwave therapy, the clinic is designed to support everyone from everyday walkers…
Cycling should feel smooth, efficient and enjoyable. But when your bike setup isn’t quite right, small issues can quickly turn into persistent pain. At Kernow Physio, Scott Tomkinson regularly works with cyclists who are struggling with discomfort on the bike — from neck and back pain to saddle sores and hip restriction. The good news…
Anterior shoulder pain is one of the most common reasons people seek physiotherapy. It is often labelled as a rotator cuff injury or supraspinatus tendon inflammation, and treatment frequently focuses on strengthening that tendon alone. However, as modern evidence and clinical experience show, this approach can miss a critical part of the picture. At Kernow…
If you’ve ever experienced saddle discomfort, numbness, or pain on the bike, you’ve probably wondered whether the problem is your saddle, your position – or both. At Kernow Physio, saddle pressure mapping is one of the tools used during a physio-led bike fit to help understand how a rider is interacting with their bike. But…