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TENS machine and Pacemaker

by j00ney
2021-04-10 22:51:42
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Hello,

I'm thinking of getting a TENS machine to help manage chronic lower back pain . I would place the pads in the lower back.

I know the TENS sends small, minor pulses via battery to the affected area.

Am just wondering if safe for those with pacemakers or if contraindicated. I've had my pacemaker for 7 years now.
thanks for input

J

Tens machine

by NicoleG
2021-03-30 14:51:54
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Hi

I'm seeing my chiropractor tomorrow and he mentioned using a tens machine to relax my back muscles is this wise with a pm?

Multiple electronics in close proximity

by covinth
2021-03-13 12:09:55
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New member here who just found the club. I received my first pacemaker almost 25 years ago at the age of 15, am non-dependent, have done great ever since, and had my 4th device impanted last May. Recently though, I have had a wierd, random problem I am hoping someone here may have knowledge on.

I teach University-level classes and taught remotely during for the past year during COVID, until about a month ago. During the COVID pandemic universities &quo...

Slot Machines at Casino

by Reba
2021-03-04 01:23:40
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If I take my mom to the casino will it interfere with her pacemaker? She is 85. Thank you for any info as she has only had it less than month. Thank you.

Becky

Rechargeable LED Neck Reading Light

by Reba
2021-03-04 01:15:56
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Hi, I'm new to the Pacemaker Club and have a question. My 85 year old mother just got a pacemaker a month ago this Friday -3.5.2021 and loves to read. We bought her a neck reading light for easier reading and she is worried that it might interfere with her pacemaker. It is Rechargeable & Long-Lasting] USB Type-C rechargeable which is reversible and thus easier to plug in compared with other Micro-USB. Up to 80 hours (general reading, single head) of powerful, non-diminishing bri...

Musician Question

by Laidback1
2021-02-28 22:10:21
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4 weeks out from getting my Pacemaker put in. Doing well and trying to adapt. Question on interferences. I am a musician and play digital piano, keyboards and electric guitar. I've read that I should be able to wear headphones as long as I don't lay them around my neck when I'm not using them. Is that correct?

I have not played any of my powered instruments since getting it. Should it be OK to play electric keyboards and use amps and speak...

Dentist

by Edouard
2021-02-23 17:00:12
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Hello everyone,

I was at the dentist today. The hygienist told me that they are not allowed to use their ultrasound equipment on pacemaker recipients. This is news to me.Anyone have any comments.

Backpack blower / gas

by Larry Gregory
2021-02-22 19:26:27
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Has anyone had an issue using a backpack blower with a pacemaker?

Larry

Latest iPhone

by TAC
2021-02-20 20:55:38
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Does anyone know if the newest Apple iPhones cause interferance with the pacemaker? They have a magnet in the back

Life Alert Pendants

by AnnaFerris
2021-02-05 03:17:25
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I've been thinking about getting some type of Life Alert Pendant since I'm often alone and a little clumsy. Does anyone know if something like that hanging so near the pacemaker could cause interference? Does anyone here use a Life Alert Pendant with a pacemaker?

iPhone 12 and other similar phones

by heckboy
2021-01-25 13:18:12
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Hey,

I saw this morning that because of the new magnetic capabilities of the new iphone that it comes with a warning to pacers to keep it at least 6" from your device.

I've always kept my phone away as a matter of course, but I'd be much more throughtful about it in the future should I update my phone.

-Chris

Lasik

by JoFosqk226
2021-01-25 11:21:36
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Has anyone with an ICD had Lasik?? I would love to get rid of my contacts and glasses as they are starting to make me a bit dizzy. I had a consultation set up to see if I was eligible. I asked them if the machine was safe for those with pacemakers/ICDs. They asked the manufacturer and they said that it was not recommended.

Headphones

by tigers73
2021-01-20 14:08:01
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Hi to all members. I have just received my PS. I have a 88 key Yamaha portable grand DGX640 which 240 supplied, combintation piano/organ and has a capacity to play many other instrument sounds. My question is Does any one know if there are head phones that are safe to use?

Very interesting article

by AgentX86
2021-01-10 21:25:21
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<https://medicalxpress.com/news/2021-01-iphone12-implantable-defibrillator.html>

Sounds scary to me. The author didn't seem to be very concerned about it (or know much about pacemakers in general).

Mall store security sensors

by Srd32
2020-12-20 20:41:27
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I was at the mall today and was setting off store alarm sensors left and right. I've had my PM about 2 weeks and no one had previously mentioned anything about it, just airport issues. Should I not be going through these sensors at the store. Thank you so much.

Facebook Portal

by Moll333
2020-12-13 21:15:05
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I bought my Mum a Portal a week ago and she had a dizzy spell which led to a fall. She is now in hospital due to her oxygen levels being low. I’m so worried that the Portal interfered with her PM and caused this as I have read it emites radio waves that can effect them. I am currently totally blaming myself for what has happened to her, has anyone else had an experience like this with a Portal?

Security cameras

by jfbuffy
2020-12-02 19:43:24
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Is there any problem with having a security system in your home with outside cameras interfering with your pacemaker ?

Work place electromagnetic interference - Medtronic

by quikjraw
2020-11-27 09:33:46
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Hi all

I am back at work today (working from home still).

I normally work in an industrial environment, with large transformers, lots of EMF signalling and 25,000 V uninsulated power lines.

Have any of you managed to get a more detailed document from the pacemaker manufacturers on how my employer can conduct a risk assessment on my safety at work?

In addition, if for whatever reason my pacemaker did go into a safe mode or worse - other than symptoms would the pac...

IPHONE 12 Precautions

by braver
2020-11-12 15:51:42
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I have a pacemaker and ICD and was planning on upgrading my IPHONE 6s to the new IPHONE 12 Mini. However, after much research into the makeup of the IPhone 12 I want to share a warning to all my fellow club members.

The I Phone 12 series have the Magsafe Charger that charges your phone by attaching to the back using 18-yes- 18 Magnets. A huge increase over the older IPhones. These magnets put out a much stronger magnetic field than older models and have an increase chance of...

Pacemaker magnet

by grilor
2020-10-29 22:55:57
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I am a nurse. I have been in a new position for about a year. A new floor. We do colonoscopies. I assist the doctor. So I'm standing next to the doctor at the patient's bedside. The anesthesiologist comes in to check this elderly sickly woman. Woman has a pacemaker. Anesthesiologist decides she needs the magnet applied to her chest and the code cart pads. Code cart pads are not usual and I have never seen anyone with a pacemaker have to have the magnet placed. Underst...

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