19th century medicine[edit]

An 1895 article in The Literary Digest reviewed literature from the time period
which discussed the bicycle face, and noted that The Springfield Republican warn
ed against excessive cycling by "women, girls, and middle-aged men".[6] Concerns
about bicycle face with regard to female cyclists were detailed by medical doct
or A. Shadwell in an 1897 article for the National Review in London titled "The
hidden dangers of cycling".[7] His article was subsequently discussed and analyz
ed in The Advertiser.[8]
Bicycle enthusiasts disagreed with this medical assessment, and asserted that th
e physical activity was good to improve one's health and vitality.[4]
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