Stretching

I have an occasional back problem and I like to hang from a bar, supposedly to stretch my back, and I have wondered recently whether this hanging with my full weight on my arms might be harmful to my pacemaker.

3 Comments

Leads?

by JenSF - 2016-02-03 11:02:46

How long have your leads been in and have you ever had trouble with them?

I did trapeze for several years with no problems at all. Lots of hanging from bars involved in that! But, I expect if your leads are quite close to your collarbone or if they were put in fairly recently you could have issues.

I'd say, as with most anything -- go for it, but know your own limits and pay attention to what your body is telling you.

arm movement

by Tracey_E - 2016-02-04 01:02:11

My dr said do whatever I want. If it doesn't feel right, stop. I do pull ups and other moves on the pull up bar, no issues.

Thanks for thr feedback

by davstecut - 2016-02-04 07:02:46

Thank you for the advice--all very helpful.
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