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How to Care for Road Rash

July 9th, 2008 - Download PDF File

Unfortunately road rash is a reality in cycling. The body just isn't designed to handle sliding on asphalt. Caring for road rash is very important. Infection, scarring and slow healing are all very real and can risk your health not to mention slow your return to training and racing. These recommendations were taken straight from the UCI Road Cycling Manual. I have and my athletes have used them to GREAT results. After word DON'T FORGET the sunscreen for quite some time.... (view more)