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Knee cap hurts when walking, is it o.k. to use a recumbant bike?

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Dr. Audie Rolnick answered

Maybe: You might have the same problem. Can depend on the height of the seat as far as knee cap compression is concerned.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 9/1/2013

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A member asked:

Knee cap hurts when walking, is it o.k. to use a recumbant bike?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Audie Rolnick answered

Dr Ali agreed

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