Cycling UK Advice Coronavirus

[vickster]

Like Chris Froome then!!

I am also on the high risk group. I have (mild) asthma. But I am taking it seriously because it is a lung condition. I will still go out for exercise but would prefer to do so when it is quieter and I am less likely to come into contact.

If you've been told to shield for 12 weeks you should NOT be going out at all (other than in garden) - check with GP if no letter / text received (friend of mine got text on Monday)

 

[lane]

Who my GP or Asthma UK ? - I have so little confidence in my GP and Asthma UK have a banner saying they are extremely busy - I don't really want to add to that to ask 'Can I go out on my bike !!"

I posted the latest cycling UK advice previously and suggest that you read it

https://www.cyclinguk.org/article/coronavirus-qa-it-safe-cycle

I think that the relevant bit for you is:

"Roger Geffen (RG): The answer we received from PHE suggests that if your chronic condition is relatively mild, you can follow the same advice as that for the over 70s."

The advice for over 70s which also applies to you is

"H: Yes, but with particular caution (my bold). The latest advice is to remain at home for the next twelve weeks to protect yourself from infection.

Public Health England (PHE): If you're from a vulnerable group but feel that you need to take a walk or go for a bike ride, choose a route where you are unlikely to meet any other people or take your exercise at a quieter time.

This will reduce the risk of exposure to other people. Exercise at home or in your garden is encouraged where possible, for example on a turbo trainer or an exercise bike if you have access to one.

Tissue use and hand washing advice is as above."

PARTICULAR CAUTION is what I have taken note of. Therefore I will go out when not many other people are likely to be out.

 

[kingrollo]

So ask "should I go out to exercise or not?" I think they'll be happy to handle a genuine call, from some of the shoot I've been reading about various helplines getting.

And if you survive this, please change your farking GP if at all possible. Being registered to one you don't trust is a waste of your time and their available registrations IMO.

Yes you are quite correct about my GP - the only reason I stay is because I have fought them many times over refusing to refer me for back / respiratory conditions and for my kids - If I moved GP would I have to fight those battles over again.

Heres an example of the service the lead GP gives

Mate of mine went to see him about knee pain - the GP didn't even look at him, let alone examine him - but said "thats arthritis rest and take some ibuprofen" - whole consultation took 90 seconds !

 

[lane]

If you've been told to shield for 12 weeks you should NOT be going out at all (other than in garden) - check with GP if no letter / text received (friend of mine got text on Monday)

Sorry badly worded - not one of the 1.5 million but lower risk have to act like I am over 70

 

[vickster]

Yes you are quite correct about my GP - the only reason I stay is because I have fought them many times over refusing to refer me for back / respiratory conditions and for my kids - If I moved GP would I have to fight those battles over again.

Heres an example of the service the lead GP gives

Mate of mine went to see him about knee pain - the GP didn't even look at him, let alone examine him - but said "thats arthritis rest and take some ibuprofen" - whole consultation took 90 seconds !

And did the rest and ibuprofen help, presuming he properly complied with the advice given proper rest and regular ibuprofen ?
Standard advice for arthritis be it a GP or knee specialist Arthritis is almost certainly the most common cause for non-traumatic knee pain in older adults (40+)

If proper rest and regular ibuprofen didn't help, presumably he went back for a more thorough check (possible referral to physio which is step 1)

How many GPs are there at your practice?

 

[kingrollo]

I posted the latest cycling UK advice previously and suggest that you read it

https://www.cyclinguk.org/article/coronavirus-qa-it-safe-cycle

I think that the relevant bit for you is:

"Roger Geffen (RG): The answer we received from PHE suggests that if your chronic condition is relatively mild, you can follow the same advice as that for the over 70s."

The advice for over 70s which also applies to you is

"H: Yes, but with particular caution (my bold). The latest advice is to remain at home for the next twelve weeks to protect yourself from infection.

Public Health England (PHE): If you're from a vulnerable group but feel that you need to take a walk or go for a bike ride, choose a route where you are unlikely to meet any other people or take your exercise at a quieter time.

This will reduce the risk of exposure to other people. Exercise at home or in your garden is encouraged where possible, for example on a turbo trainer or an exercise bike if you have access to one.

Tissue use and hand washing advice is as above."

PARTICULAR CAUTION is what I have taken note of. Therefore I will go out when not many other people are likely to be out.

Thanks - It would be good if .gov.uk updated there advice TBF i suppose they have higher priorities at the moment.

 

[vickster]

Yes you are quite correct about my GP - the only reason I stay is because I have fought them many times over refusing to refer me for back / respiratory conditions and for my kids - If I moved GP would I have to fight those battles over again.

Heres an example of the service the lead GP gives

Mate of mine went to see him about knee pain - the GP didn't even look at him, let alone examine him - but said "thats arthritis rest and take some ibuprofen" - whole consultation took 90 seconds !

Why if your GP truly is rubbish as you suggest compared to the others in your locality? There may be no battle to fight

 

[mjr]

If I moved GP would I have to fight those battles over again.

Or you might get one who you think is not a dick, especially if you check for comments/reviews first on local gossip groups and NHS Choices.

I had a GP who didn't refer me as he ought, then wouldn't, as I've described in other posts. In the end, a locum did. But my current GP didn't hesitate. They're not all crap.

 

[kingrollo]

Called GP - have a telephone consultation on Monday - fair enough.

 

[vickster]

Called GP - have a telephone consultation on Monday - fair enough.

Good, easy to sort

 

[kingrollo]

Good, easy to sort

I actually think they will tell me its ok - as my Asthma is mainly exercise induced (not attacks just breathless) - but also suffer from the big D and Anxiety - that would seem sensible - but will go with what they say.

 

[vickster]

I actually think they will tell me its ok - as my Asthma is mainly exercise induced (not attacks just breathless) - but also suffer from the big D and Anxiety - that would seem sensible - but will go with what they say.

Reassurance will be good in that case
But if asthma exercise linked, at the moment, perhaps sticking to a brisk walk once a day might be better at a level that doesn't cause breathlessness 👍

 

[kingrollo]

Reassurance will be good in that case
But if asthma exercise linked, at the moment, perhaps sticking to a brisk walk once a day might be better at a level that doesn't cause breathlessness 👍

its mainly when going uphill - trying to keep up with people 30 years younger than myself !

 

[vickster]

its mainly when going uphill - trying to keep up with people 30 years younger than myself !

Ok I’m sure you know how you should best manage your own condition , regardless of the official and unofficial guidance

 

[lane]

I have asthma all my life - more of a problem as a child but generally mild later in life. Never really given it a thought but always had the flu jab. Suddenly to be put into a higher risk group was a bit of a shock. But I can see how it might make contracting the virus more of a risk.