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A member asked:

I have a recovering drop foot (was 0/5 now closer to 2/5), is it safe to bike?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Yes! : It can actually help the drop foot but must be sure that you can do it safely.

Dr Kass and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 8/23/2013

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Not on the road: Loss of power and control would make it unsafe to be on the road amongst traffic. However, stationary bike would be fine.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 2/19/2015

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