pace-maker

what are the benifits of getting a pace-maker put in,more energy,pep,etc.?

4 Comments

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by johnndee - 2009-09-16 02:09:02

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depends on your diagnosis

by Tracey_E - 2009-09-16 02:09:24

Some people are cured with a pm, some feel the same but they are safer. It all depends on why you need it.

If you have a low hr, a pm will probably give you more energy.

If your hr is dangerously low, a pm will save your life and make you feel better.

If your heart pauses, a pm will keep you alive but you may feel the same.

Pacemaker Benefits

by J.B. - 2009-09-16 08:09:05

Very simply, the benefits depend on why your a getting a pacemaker. The doctor needs to tell you that and at the same time tell you wha benefit to expect. Benefits can range from having a pacemaker as a backup in the event your heart rate drops to an a dangerously low level to being a life saver. So again, ask your doctor. After you get his/her answer pass it on to the Pacemaker Club members and I'll bet you will get comments, good and bad.

BENEFITS

by pete - 2009-09-17 02:09:23

Tremendous Benefits.
You can annoy your pension provider by getting a new lease of life and upsetting their predictions of a hefty profit.
You can close down an interview for a job you have decided you dont want by saying you have a bad heart and a pacemaker, the look on the interviewers face is pure magic.
You can stop a relationship that you dont want to continue, by flashing your pacemaker card and saying you havent got much time left.
You dont have to walk through the airport security detectors.
You get to chat up some pretty nurses at the hospital on a regular basis.
You always have an excuse for having an easy day by saying your pacemaker is playing up .
You can pass yourself off as older than you are and get discounts for oldies and if they argue with you you can point out your pacemaker bump.
Your driving will get better as your pacemaker will think you are working and moving around when your not and increase your heart rate-this is when I feel the best.
You can be a permanent member of the pacemaker club legitimately.
In some countries you can even get disability money even when your not disabled. Have your cake and eat it He He !!
You can get admiration and respect from your true friends by showing them you have fighting spirit and are a survivor.
THe list is endless !! Join the lucky few

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I've seen many posts about people being concerned about exercise after having a device so thought I would let you know that yesterday I raced my first marathon since having my pacemaker fitted in fall 2004.