The Association Between Pelvic Discomfort and Erectile Dysfunction in Adult Male Bicyclists.

Background: Bicycle riding's impact on erectile function remains a topic of great interest given cycling's popularity as a mode of transportation and exercise.

Aim: We evaluated risk factors for sexual dysfunction in male cyclists with the primary intention of determining if genital/pelvic pain and numbness are associated with erectile dysfunction (ED).

Methods: We surveyed male cyclists using an online anonymous questionnaire.

Genital Pain and Numbness and Female Sexual Dysfunction in Adult Bicyclists.

Introduction: Bicycle seat pressure on the perineum may impair arousal and clitoral erection, likely contributing to genital pain and numbness experienced by female cyclists.

Aim: We aimed to identify the association between genital pain and numbness experienced by female cyclists and female sexual dysfunction (FSD).

Methods: Female cyclists were recruited to complete an online survey using the Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI), a validated questionnaire to assess FSD.

Preoperative SF-36 responses as a predictor of reoperation following lumbar fusion.

This study examined preoperative SF-36 (Medical Outcomes Study Short Form 36-item questionnaire) data in patients who required a subsequent surgical procedure following lumbar spine fusion to identify potential predictors of this adverse surgical outcome. Of the 235 patients treated by lumbar fusion, 27 patients required an additional procedure. Analysis of preoperative SF-36 responses revealed higher scores in social function (P=.

Effect of prior lumbar discectomy on outcome of lumbar fusion: a prospective analysis using the SF-36 measure.

This study prospectively measured patient-reported quality-of-life outcome in patients undergoing fusion for recurrent symptoms after prior discectomy. Analysis of SF-36 data revealed statistically significant improvement in physical function, social function, and bodily pain 1 year postoperatively. Analysis of variance revealed significant interactions based on worker's compensation, litigation status, educational level, and age.