No help with pain

[Frigid]

Why aren’t instructions on any pulsating implements prepared to tell prospective buyers that they are not suitable for any one with a pacemaker or any device connecting to the heart problems. I had to have a test done for my tens machine before I was allowed to use it there was a great big “BUT” with the results but I was able to continue with it, so why is there no warnings on the things like massagers etc.

[not2worry]

The likely reason is that they actually haven’t done the research. There are many different types of PM. The older ones are more sensitive to mechanical devices and the newer ones can tolerate more outside mechanical influences.

It’s also likely the manufacturers don’t want to assume any liability if the address the use of their product one way or the other with a PM.

Most PM come with information on from the PM manufacturers and have a phone number you can call for questions. We have called on a number of questions regarding products and they gave us very straight forward answers.

Recently we were looking at mattresses with the frames that can adjust your position to read. In reading their literature they noted the product was not recommended for folks with PM because of the magnets that were used to keep the mattress attached to the metal frame. I never would have given that a thought-it was just by accident it read through all the literature.

In terms of using the Spa facilities I think most heart patients are told to avoid the hot tub, sauna and steam rooms. The all make the heart work too hard adapting. Even folks without issues are told to proceed with utmost caution.

The electrophysiologist who did my hubbys PM said he could swim 2 months after his procedure.

I’m sure a nice massage or facial would be no problem but if the esthetician starts using any devices such as lasers or debration or anything mechanical equipment I’d be concerned.

Yours From Across The Pond

[Frigid in reply to not2worry]

Thank you for your answer, I’m worried now as have just bought an adaptable bed, and it was from a company who sells disability equipment there was no mention of magnets etc. So I’ll have to check with them, thanks...

[not2worry in reply to Frigid]

The bed we were looking at was here in the States and it was a Sleep Number bed.

I would think that a medical equipment distributor would be aware of health issues more than a mass-mattress marketing firm and their designs would be more attentive.

Keep in touch!

[Frigid in reply to not2worry]

Thanks a lot for your reply it’s a great help.