Can he go for Recumbent stationary bike

2026-08-28 10:43:00
Orthopedic History – Concise Timeline - ~2 years ago: Nephrotic Syndrome → prolonged corticosteroid treatment. - ~1 year ago: Steroid-associated AVN detected — one hip Stage III, other Stage II. - ~3 months after AVN diagnosis: AVN surgery was planned. - During pre-operative cardiac evaluation: Severe coronary artery disease was unexpectedly detected; patient had no previous MI or typical cardiac symptoms. - Extensive cardiac evaluation was done across India. - ~4 months ago: Underwent complex coronary intervention: RCA 90% stenosis → Rotablation + 38-mm stent, successfully completed. - Additional disease: OM1 90%, OM2 90%, LCx 70%; calcium score 931; good collaterals. - Current: AVN relatively stable; walks ~1–1.5 km but develops mild pain, making brisk walking difficult. Orthopedic Question: Can low-impact exercise (e.g., recumbent stationary cycling) safely substitute for brisk walking, considering Stage III/II AVN and recent complex PCI/stenting?
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Mild exercise is ok but get checked you can still save the hip
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Visit an orthopaedics and get an xray/MRI

Answered2026-08-29 15:30:11

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Yes if he is cleared from cardiac point of view definitely recumbent cycling helps as it maintains hip range of movements, conditioning of muscles.

Answered2026-08-28 17:14:07

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Don't take any risk Chances of fall and further injury are more Mild walk with support is fine

Answered2026-08-28 12:22:29

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Answered2026-08-31 15:00:30

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yes in this scenario recumbent stationary cycling can be done safely under proper supervision. in case of resistance adjustment keep it on low mode.

Answered2026-08-28 14:15:23

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