I had a stroke in 2019 caused by AF, which I didn't know I had. I am on Apixaban, Bisoprolol and Candesartan.
I have started going to a personal trainer and wanted to know if it is safe to use the vibration plate equipment given my background.
Does anyone with AF use this equipment? Thank you.
Your PT should surely know the answer . Personally I would be hesitant. The comparatively mild Revitive machine caused tachycardia for me with the vibrations.
As a PT I would always defer to the medical professional and avoid it without their say so.
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No but I use the 10s machine for bladder on ankle-leg or above coccyx.
Yes I had a stroke after returning Russia - 12 day Russian River Boat Cruise. 2 kadies brought the dreaded Australian flu with them. I was in the opposite cabin.
Yes Sept 2019.
But on day 4 after diagnosed with stroke - embolic type to my left frontal lobe, a carotid arteries scan showed a shadow on my Thyroid. Yes, papillary carcinoma at the edge of my right lobe and bits in left. Thyroidectomy Feb 2020.
Do get your thyroid checked out as it was the cancer which caused the rapid AF and persistent which caused the clot = stroke. All thyroid levels normal range. But heart rapid AF.
cherio JOY. 75. (NZ)
Thank you for your reply. I forgot to mention that I also take Thyroxine for an underactive thyroid.
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Yes, I too take thyroxine for thyroid cancer to keep me from hypo thyroidism.
I guess you have that under control leaving your breakfast 1 hour later from pill taking. Also leave 4 hours before milk or iron is taken.
Leave soy, seaweed and too many greens out of your diet. I've been 5 years keeping my TSH @ 1.7.
Have they said why your TSH is high?
I was found to have the cancer which caused the AF and the stroke. The embolic type is due to a AF clot.
Keep safe, Joy.
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And I always forget TOFU. No taking..
Whilst in JAPAN often Tofu was offered. But I couldn't have it.
Gut health is 70% wellness. I've had my gall bladder out. It had disintegrated. I complained about my stomach from age of 4 years. Mum used to give me Dinnefords.
I later learnt that my Grandpa had his out.
cherio JOY
I have had a A/F induced stroke which forced my retirement from my career as a Leisure Centre Manager so, my personal and professional advice is no but if you want a definitive answer then your cardiologist is who you should ask. I would further add that the company providing this service should ask all participants to fill in a Risk Assessment form and sign it, this is to protect both them and you.
You must check with your GP. Generally the vibration plates have virtually no contraindications these days. But I'd be safe and check to be sure. The strike unit where you were treated or even one of the stroke charities may also be able to shed light.
Thank you
The first thing to say, is that we are all different, and how I responded my not suit you. I have long-time asymptomatic AF and, before a stroke, I was an avid gym bunny. I included a vibrating plate for leg and arm exercises, and it never caused a problem for AF. If you're worried about a vibrating plate, use a BOSU. Either way up, it will strengthen your core, and you can use it for unstable push-ups and squats. The added advantage is you can use a BOSU - or equivalent make - at home for a reasonable cost - your PT can show you how to use it. I assume that your PT is Level 4 qualified. I still have my BOSU clone alongside a Concept2 rowing machine. I suggest that you get a good heart rate monitor that you can pair with a chest strap. I have a Polar V with an H10 strap /transmitter that I've used for several years.
Thank you for your detailed reply. Before the stroke I was unfit and have made lifestyle changes to do what I can so a bit over cautious with everything now.
I used to use vibration plates but the last time it brought on AF so I don't use them any more. I also had to give up yoga. I 😢
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