How paranoid should I be?

I just had an ICD put in on Thursday afternoon. So far, I have had no problems with recovery. The pain was minimal, and I even went out to eat with friends Friday night. I have even been able to sleep on my right side with a pillow under my arm.

My girlfriend is very concerned about me lifting my left arm. I am trying to be careful with this, but as you know you can sometimes forget. I know all the restrictions that are issued after implantation. Has anyone had one of the leads come out after surgery? How much movement caused this to happen?

Bill

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by peter - 2008-06-30 03:06:08

My leads did not move but it often happens. The leads take approvimately 6 weeks to freeze up in the veins. Movement after that is rare. My neighbour had one of his leads move. The question as to how much movement causes it to happen cannot be answered. If a film was taken of your movements when asleep you would be surprised. As you know you are not supposed to raise your arm above your shoulder but you might do it whilst asleep. I am not convinced that this is the only cause. I think some patients are just unlucky. Best to lead a sedentary life for 6 weeks. Going for a walk is no problem. Cheers peter

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