pm exercise bike

I have had a pacemaker since I was 15 and got a replacement in May 2010 and I want to buy an exercise bike, but I’ve heard people saying don’t get a magnetic one, but most are magnetic and I wanted to know if it is true that people with pacemakers can’t use them.  (I’m sure you’re able to use them)?

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magnetic exercise bike

by Lizzie - 2011-04-06 08:04:00

Hi PMC,
I have a magnetic exercise bike. I was a bit concerned when I go it but was assured that it was ok. Haven't had any problems.
When I went to the gym, the weighing scale had a notice on it that people with pacemakers shouldn't use the scale. I suppose it must have had some type of magnetic field.... not too sure. Anyway, no problems with my upright exercise bike at all.
lizzie

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by ElectricFrank - 2011-04-07 03:04:16

The magnet is distant from your pacemaker so should be a problem. Just don't lean over the area where the magnetic flywheel is located, although I doubt that would be a problem either.

I pretty much ignore the warnings on most of the gym equipment and take it as just CYA.

frank

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