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Fitbit Versa 3

by Tanno - 2022-11-29 10:09:26

I hadn't even thought of this, since I've had my Fitbit Versa 3 long before I got my pacemaker, however, I haven't had any issues so far, and believe it would be far away enough to not affect it.

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by Running on Batteries - 2022-11-29 13:38:14

Thank you Tanno for your reply.  I too have had an older FitBit with no issues.  I had searched comments on line which indicated not to wear the Charge 5 if you have a pacemaker. It has a ECG same as EKG informaition on the watch.  That it could interrupt the rythem.  My current FitBit has seen brighter days, which is why I am looking into a newer one. I have a message in with my cardo office about this but I have not received a reply at this time.

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by trashcan1 - 2022-11-30 17:17:22

just recieved email from medtronic ...... I ordered a charge last friday should be delivered tomorrow.

Dear Mr. ,

Thank you for contacting Medtronic with questions about possible interactions with a Fitbit Charge 5 and a Medtronic implanted heart device. A Fitbit Charge 5 will not interfere with the function of the implanted heart device. You may also use the EKG function of the Fitbit Charge 5. 

To learn more about Medtronic implanted heart devices, please reference the websites below. You may also share the following links with family and friends:

medtronic.com: Learn more about Medtronic products
medtronic.com/patient-services/cardiac-emc-guide/index.htm: Understand electromagnetic fields and Medtronic implanted heart devices
mypacemaker.com: Learn more about pacemakers including MRI compatibility
MRISureScan.com: Medtronic SureScan® MRI Technology ensures patient safety for MRI scans, under specific conditions
asktheicd.com: Questions and answers to questions including SCA (Sudden Cardiac Arrest), heart attack (MI) vs. SCA and so much more
medtronicheart.com: Learn how to use the MyCareLink Patient Monitor
mymedtroniccarelink.net: Communication center for patients with Medtronic implanted heart devices and their family and friends including notifications about CareLink transmissions
medtronic.com/idcard: Update or request a new patient identification card

You may also contact Medtronic Patient Services via email at pshelp@medtronic.com or directly by phone at (800) 551-5544. Our staff is available Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Central Time. We appreciate the opportunity to help you.

Regards,

Medtronic

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