Why am I cleared to use the elliptical but not the stationary bike?

With the explosion of SoulCycle and other spin classes available and popular right now, I'm not sure that I would ok a patient of mine to take one of these rigorous classes just 2 weeks after breast augmentation. These classes have a lot of moving mechanical parts, require a lot of movement on the bike, including a lot of push ups and clients usually sweat profusely. None of that is good for some just 2 weeks out from a breast augmentation. However, if you are talking about sitting on a recumbent stationary bike at your own leisure, I certainly see your point. Best to call your surgeon and clarify this with him or her directly. 

It is uncertain as to why you aren't released to ride a stationary bike since it is less impact than the elliptical. But because you are questioning the restrictions it is best to contact your PS office to find out the reasons for that particular restriction.