Wii use
- by haydenhopper
- 2009-02-15 05:02:14
- Interferences
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Can I use a Wii or any wireless control device around my pacemaker?
5 Comments
yes
by Tracey_E - 2009-02-15 06:02:50
most household electronics, including Wii, are fine! If you look on the left where it says FAQ's you can find more, or do a search of old posts for "Wii"
Wii and other wireless use
by mrag - 2009-02-15 11:02:15
As TraceyE said you should be fine. I have seen and been told to not put your cell phone over your pocket on top of your PM device. Basically I just try to keep any of that "smaller" wireless type stuff at least 12" away and as it gets bigger, the farther I keep them away. My chain saw I now just keep in the garage-not because of any potential magnetic field, rather as I have an ICD, I try to think of what is the absolute worst thing that could happen if I was using it.
I'm Working out on a WII
by kiwi - 2009-02-16 03:02:11
I have had a pacemaker for less than 6 months. We got a WII at Christmas and I have been working out on the WII and using the fitness board with no side effects.
I had initial concerns but followed the advice of others and just make sure I keep the WII remote at a safe distance.
Have fun!
balance board
by Tracey_E - 2009-02-16 07:02:22
If you have the balance board, avoid doing things like push ups where you get your chest close to the board. Anything else is fine!
You know you're wired when...
You have a 25 year mortgage on your device.
Member Quotes
The pacer systems are really very reliable. The main problem is the incompetent programming of them. If yours is working well for you, get on with life and enjoy it. You probably are more at risk of problems with a valve job than the pacer.
I have
by TexasAngel - 2009-02-15 06:02:01
I have used one with no problems.