New recipient

I appreciate everyone that takes the time to comment. It's an adjustment physically and mentally, learning to live and feel confident with the pacemaker. I think my shoulder pain is due to not been active enough not moving around the first 2-3 weeks. I was afraid I would move my leads. The more I regain my confidence that I am ok the better I feel in walking. In addition I was in ICU for 3 days not moving when first received a temporary pacemaker the 3 days later my permanent one. I am setting goals for myself to do more each week. 

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Hello Laurette

by Gemita - 2023-08-08 18:12:13

Yes, it does take time to feel safe with our pacemakers and to learn to ignore them.  I was gardening and stretching up to prune my shrubs within a few weeks, probably prematurely, but it is not natural to avoid reaching up, is it.  

I was concerned that I might have pulled a lead, but they quickly bed into heart tissue and they leave some slack anyway, so the chances of pulling a lead is slim.

I hope your Boston Scientific is pacing well and that you are not experiencing any difficulties.  Just give us a shout if you have any further questions or if you need reassurance.  There is always someone around.  Just wanted to welcome you and to say hello

Therapy

by Lavender - 2023-08-08 22:37:53

You may need your pcp to order physical therapy. That shoulder and arm need to be worked. I saw a licensed massage therapist for my arm and it really helped. 

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