pacemaker recovery

I just got my pm, I need to know what I can and cannot do during my recovery time? I am still dizzy

4 Comments

well

by Chels - 2013-05-26 06:05:19

You are really the only one that can answer that. Of course you are not supposed to lift more than 10 lbs with that arm and should not extend the arm. I should think that your dov gave you some practicle instructions. Make sure to still move the arm to keep those muscles loose. You can do whatever you feel comfortable with, there are no set in stone guidelines. If you start feeling dizzy or exhausted then take a break and rest. Don't over do it but if you feel comfortable then ease yourself back in to daily routines.

Do what you feel O K doing

by jeanlancour - 2013-05-26 11:05:29

It takes a while for the meds to work out of your system, And depending on your activaty level when your PM was inserted, you will start feeling better. I felt wonderful full of energy, my heart rate was 60 instead of mid 40s. Just remember to follow dr.s orders in refrence to left arm, do move it, and roll your shoulder joint. Walking is good, if you are still dizzy, rest often, but do move around. Best wishs Jean

Feeling better

by Tensie58 - 2013-05-30 12:05:48

This is day6 for me. I feel better, I am able to move more today. I am finding out that it is a work in process. I went for a short walk around my home. I am not as tired as I was Sunday.

Hard time

by Tensie58 - 2013-08-13 01:08:34

I am having a hard time this week my pm is 2 months old at first I was good but now I am having a good deal of pain. I also cannot get the BP under control no matter what I do I am on 4 meds and it's still out of control
If anyone knows the secret to controlling BP please let me know.

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