Post Implant Instructions for Pacemakers, ICDs, CRTs

An explanation of post implant care instructions after a pacemaker, ICD or CRT implant. In this video I explain the lifting and movement instructions patients receive after a new or replacement device implant.

WARNING ***I am not a medical professional giving medical advice. Please discuss post implant care instructions with your doctor and/or discharge nurse before leaving the hospital.

[mcpoker]

If you came here searching for info on ICDs and pacemaker implants because you have one, watch every video this guy has on the subject.
I learned more than my excellent Doctor would have ever had the time to teach me about the device and how it operates.
Thank you Doug!

[Redeemer_lives-sm]

Hello everyone, I'm 50 now from Norway. I got my ICD only today. I was fully awake when they put it into my left chest because of my severe sleep apnea.

It was a fast procedure but a little bit painful. To those people who are planning: Don't worry! It's not that bad, anyone can endure that one.

The procedure took only 1 1/2 hr. They gave me fentanyl through IV many times to lessen the pain. It was helpful to communicate to the surgeon about the severity of the pain.

The most important thing to do is just to relax & pray. Everything will be fine! Read Psalm 27:1! God will give you strenght & peace!

Anyway, thank you for your videos! It helps me a lot!

[amerrylifejen]

I just got a pacemaker 6 days ago and I’m finding your videos so helpful and informative . Thank you 😊

[tcooper]

I was 32 years old when I had my first pacemaker put in… I am 58 now and just had my second replacement. I have always been a nerd and how I wish YouTube was around back then with all this great info. I will say living with a pacemaker does have its ups and downs but it always helped me remember what is truly important in life.

[Ken_oh]

2 weeks since ICD implant. As the surgeon finished off he said 'ah I really dont see how anybody could have done a better job than that....all went exactly as it should'. If there is one time you want to hear someone pat themselves on the back it is after surgery 😂

[IAmAnAlbatross...]

don't know why so much less views. I know he's not doing this for money. but it makes him feel good. he explains everything so much easy to understand and very well. I watched all of his videos. all are very simple and to the point. many many thanks and keep up the good work. my father just got his implantation 1st Jan.

[ritakelly]

Oh i am having mine done in 4 weeks.. i have waited a long time for this. God bless you all from ireland. ❤

[ricaldowalker]

Just got an ICD implanted I'm on day #2. Most of my post surgery pain seems to be coming from my shoulder. Sometimes a bit unbearable but Tylenol does help. Good luck to everyone it will get easier 🙏🏽

[bethwert]

Thx Doug. Im getting implated on Oct. 18. Your videos are helping my anxiety.

[reneecalmbachermcelroy]

Got my pacemaker August 31. Feeling so much better more energy. Thank you for your video. Really helped me alot.

[smc]

Thank you! My husband needed this video. He got his pacemaker 2 days ago. Knowing WHY he shouldn’t do something helps him remember not to.

[gerardhickey]

Getting ready to leave for the hospital, today is my pacemaker implant day.Thx for your video as I have not had anything explained to me. 3 hours to get this started, wish it was over..

[tommybrooks]

Doug,
Thank you so much for this video. I've been searching the net for the answers you just gave me about raising your arm etc. I had my pacemaker put in on June 21, 2022 and I'm on my 10 th day post op and thank God you finally have me answers and explained things to me better than the nurse and hospital. I feel much better about things now. Thank you again sir for your video's and may God Bless you!!

[miltonhunkin]

Great video Douglas. I have had my pacemaker for 9 years and I am going for my annual check-up in 4 days time. I suspect my pacemaker will have to be changed. I remembered all the information regarding lifting heavy objects and lifting my left arm above my head. I just was not sure about the restrictions when a pacemaker is REPLACED. You have cleared that up for me. Thank you.

[scoobyaura-frdm]

Had a stroke at 16 years old 3 months ago, Survived somehow but I was suggested a pacemaker but I've denied it currently, hoping I never need it, Im probably gonna need it later for that I'm getting myself ready :) thanks for the video man I'll be careful soon after I get it implanted

[marciawheeler]

Great video ! Very well explained ! I've had my device for 1 year and 9 months. So far I haven't had any major problems. I'm faithfully keeping my appointments with my Cardiologist and pacemaker checks every 3 months. I was scared at first and nervous but it all passed and I'm doing good so far.

[noesje]

I have my ICD for 4.5 years, thank you for doing this!!

[darknluvlyg]

Thanks for this video. My surgery is less than two weeks and I'm so nervous

[Rose-tco]

Your video's brought my anxiety level to a very low level. Getting my ICD next week and was super anxious. Thank you for your thorough explanations.

[erikhanhart]

Good video. Absolutely true. Less then 2 days ago I got my pacemaker. Put a towel under my upper arm during the night and my hand on my bellybutton and I slept without pain.