Shoulder and neck pain while cycling

Many cyclists suffer from shoulder and neck discomfort when their posture is affected by unsuitable handlebars. If the necessary downsweep is missing, the wrists roll inward, the elbows move outward, and the shoulders pull up toward the ears. The result: tension and pain throughout the upper body.

SQlab’s comfort-oriented handlebars are thoughtfully engineered to alleviate shoulder and neck strain through precisely calibrated geometry. The combination of downsweep, backsweep, and rise ensures that the wrists and elbows are positioned naturally for maximum comfort. The downsweep gently angles the grips downward, drawing the elbows closer to the body, which lowers the shoulders and relieves tension in the neck. The backsweep brings the forearms into seamless alignment with the hands, reducing wrist rotation and helping to prevent numbness in the fingers. Finally, the rise allows the handlebar height to be adjusted individually, promoting a more upright posture that further decreases the load on the neck muscles.