Author: Hilary Allen

Most cyclists who’ve experienced a traumatic brain injury (TBI) as a result of a crash know that the effects can be lasting, but that getting extended care is often difficult. For some patients, that may soon change. The U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) is now recognizing TBI as a chronic condition that…

As cities continue to implement measures that improve safety for cyclists, they’re increasingly turning to a practice known as “daylighting” to enhance visibility at an intersection and decrease the likelihood of a dangerous collision between a driver and other road users. In some San Francisco neighborhoods, daylighting is already a common practice, although it may…

When you think about bicycle crashes, you might think about broken bones, fractured clavicles, or traumatic brain injuries. These are by far the most common injuries, but other damages, like ones that occur in the inner ear, can be consequential and significantly alter quality of life. Damage to the inner ear can occur in a…

A decade ago, San Francisco city officials committed to becoming a Vision Zero City, aiming to completely eliminate all-traffic related deaths by 2024. For cyclists, threats on the road are still commonplace, but conditions seem to be improving. Data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) shows that San Francisco has some of the…

No cyclist wants to endure a crash, but it’s best to be prepared in case they do happen. Research shows that wearing a helmet can significantly reduce the severity of an injury due to a crash – and in California, it’s the law for cyclists under 18 to wear one. However, for some adult cyclists,…

When it comes to rules of the road, having car insurance as a vehicle owner lands near the top of the list. But if you’re only traveling around the San Francisco Bay Area by bike and don’t own a car, it probably seems irrelevant or unnecessary. Car insurance is important for vehicle owners for several…

Shoulder separations – known as acromioclavicular (AC) joint separations in the medical world – are among the most common injuries cyclists experience, and it’s easy to understand why if you’ve ever fallen from a bicycle. It’s a natural reaction to try and break your fall by putting your hands out in front of you, but…