1st Vacation Since Inplant

Hi All: I'm a Newbie here! I am planning my 1st vacation since inplant (Nov 2007). A friend and I are going to Disney Orlando and was wondering what restrictions, if any, I will have? I have a pacemaker for "on demand" purposes only. Has never gone off since it was done. I am 43 years old, female and not really big on coaster rides, but I do love the water coasters and the "small world" type rides. Any suggestions would be appreciated! Thank you.

4 Comments

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by Pete K - 2008-04-21 05:04:42

I'd be careful of wether any of the "safty bars" hit on the chest where the pacemaker is.

No problems w/coasters

by ouimet - 2008-04-21 07:04:45

I received my pm in Oct 2007 and took my children on a 4 day roller coaster run in Tampa and Orlando right after Christmas. I rode every coaster they did, the only difference I had from before is, I was much more aware of my heart rate at the end of the ride. The added movement made my HR go up for a short amount of time. Other than that it was all fine. I can honestly say I have made few changes since getting the pm. I still play softball, ride 4 wheelers and continue to ride roller coasters....as far as the safety bars hitting the site, I did not have that problem either. It's always better to make sure from your physician whether you should be doing certain things, I have pretty much been given the green light on everything except chainsaws and shooting rifles. Good luck.

Check with doc???

by Swedeheart - 2008-04-21 07:04:48

Hello,

I first of all want to tell you to have a great time on your vacation! But before you go on any thrill rides I would check with your doctor first. He/she knows your condition and can give you a straight answer. If you don't want to go in for an appt. give their office a call and ask to speak to his/her nurse and ask. They should call you back with an answer!

Have fun.

Swedeheart

Disney Orlando

by Serenitymickey - 2008-04-30 12:04:21

Just went to my doctor today...I have a pacemaker/defibular..my concerns were I have 2 trips to Orlando this summer a week each......my first trip will be Sea World.....been their before but wanted to know what my limits are....he said watch the signs for each ride..if it says if you have a bad heart this ride is not for you....also since I have a defibular too watch rides for magnets. All in all he said have a great time, relax. I also go to Disney the next trip I go every year but first time since my implant. Again common sense watch the signs...their are so many things to do...you will not feel cheated....I have had mine for about 1 and a half years no problem...I live as tho it is not even there.....life is wonderful...my doctor said the reason I am doing so well is that now I live instead of waiting to die. So Have a great time take plenty of pictures....cause your making memories.

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