If you are curious to learn much more about ICDs, including their functionality, patient experiences, and the latest advancements in this technology, do check out the full interview with Doug, here: th-cam.com/video/uxjdbE_rEzU/w-d-xo.htmlsi=dflAyf2H_MSNWNrU ____ 🧡Get Involved - Support The Heart Warrior Project🧡 Note that The Heart Warrior Project is run by one guy, which is yes, me (Jellis Vaes). In between work, studies at university, and just life, I try to squeeze in some time almost every day to work on this project. This project takes a lot of work, as I genuinely want to deliver high-quality and helpful content for survivors here. And I do it with a lot of love every day. However, help is always appreciated. If you have found any insights, lessons, or support from this or any other episode, and you’d like to support the project, we have a couple of ways to do so. We offer some awesome-looking merch, such as T-shirts, hoodies, and mugs, with different designs that I personally love wearing/using myself. If you aren’t interested in any merch but still want to support the project, we also accept donations. You can find more information here: heartwarriorproject.com/getinvolved/
I've been awake during the shocks (therapy) I've had. All of them happened at home. No one around. One person at the emergency room (different er visit) said, "hey you have a guardian angel with you at all times, that's so cool". You have to also know that there is something called ATP pacing. Your device will attempt to slow the rhythm down first, but if it exceeds parameter settings it will deliver a LIFE SAVING shock and you will be on your feet instantly. Follow all instructions by your cardiologist. Ask lots of questions. 7% vs 98% survive-ability?? Any questions? feel free to ask.
I messed around and got one but it seems like now walking from my room to the front do all of a sudden my heart rate goes from 86-105 just walking to stand at the front door when that was never the case before.😳😩 I just don't want to be a lab rat on something that's not right yet. I truly have anxiety over this😒 I want it out already…
was it a false shock ?. I have gotten twice, both times it did its job , Sleep and electrolytes seems to help me. Treat ICD device has your friend who is there to save you ,I know its easier said than done so we got to try, I am following that approach to get over the anxiety.
@@heartwarriorproject well, besides my medical trauma ( PTSD) I am also n what figures to be the last decade of life and I would rather not live with the fear and anxiety that I’m going to get zapped like that at any time. I still work some and use electrical motor tools, which I understand can induce false zappage. Stay well. Cheers
The defib current makes a short round trip between your ICD and your heart. Outside of this 6" loop, no current flows. So no, they won't feel anything.
I understand that you might be scared, but it could be helpful to truly consider what this belief is based on. Have these feelings arisen from reading a lot of negative things on the internet? If so, keep in mind that most people who share their experiences are often those with negative ones. This means you're not getting a fully accurate view. ICDs are incredible devices that have done far more good than harm for those who need them. If you haven't listened to the full interview I did with Doug, I highly recommend it. It will give you a better understanding of how ICDs actually work: th-cam.com/video/uxjdbE_rEzU/w-d-xo.htmlsi=dIQaa2UfGIQz6fdk.
If you are curious to learn much more about ICDs, including their functionality, patient experiences, and the latest advancements in this technology, do check out the full interview with Doug, here: th-cam.com/video/uxjdbE_rEzU/w-d-xo.htmlsi=dflAyf2H_MSNWNrU
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🧡Get Involved - Support The Heart Warrior Project🧡
Note that The Heart Warrior Project is run by one guy, which is yes, me (Jellis Vaes).
In between work, studies at university, and just life, I try to squeeze in some time almost every day to work on this project. This project takes a lot of work, as I genuinely want to deliver high-quality and helpful content for survivors here. And I do it with a lot of love every day.
However, help is always appreciated. If you have found any insights, lessons, or support from this or any other episode, and you’d like to support the project, we have a couple of ways to do so.
We offer some awesome-looking merch, such as T-shirts, hoodies, and mugs, with different designs that I personally love wearing/using myself.
If you aren’t interested in any merch but still want to support the project, we also accept donations.
You can find more information here: heartwarriorproject.com/getinvolved/
I've been awake during the shocks (therapy) I've had. All of them happened at home. No one around. One person at the emergency room (different er visit) said, "hey you have a guardian angel with you at all times, that's so cool". You have to also know that there is something called ATP pacing. Your device will attempt to slow the rhythm down first, but if it exceeds parameter settings it will deliver a LIFE SAVING shock and you will be on your feet instantly. Follow all instructions by your cardiologist. Ask lots of questions. 7% vs 98% survive-ability?? Any questions? feel free to ask.
She is SMART & PRETTY.
Who do you mean? :)
I messed around and got one but it seems like now walking from my room to the front do all of a sudden my heart rate goes from 86-105 just walking to stand at the front door when that was never the case before.😳😩 I just don't want to be a lab rat on something that's not right yet. I truly have anxiety over this😒 I want it out already…
Why do you think it's the ICD and not something else?
was it a false shock ?. I have gotten twice, both times it did its job , Sleep and electrolytes seems to help me. Treat ICD device has your friend who is there to save you ,I know its easier said than done so we got to try, I am following that approach to get over the anxiety.
I’ll pass…. On ICD implementation
Why do you feel you'd rather pass on receiving an ICD?
@@heartwarriorproject well, besides my medical trauma ( PTSD) I am also n what figures to be the last decade of life and I would rather not live with the fear and anxiety that I’m going to get zapped like that at any time. I still work some and use electrical motor tools, which I understand can induce false zappage. Stay well. Cheers
What happens if you are touching someone when you get shocked. Do they feel anything?❤❤😂❤
Haha, that's a great question 😅. I guess you'll feel something.
The defib current makes a short round trip between your ICD and your heart. Outside of this 6" loop, no current flows. So no, they won't feel anything.
They can definitely feel it. I’ve had people touching me before while getting shocked. It won’t hurt them however.
Oh hell no ... They wanna put one in.... not gonna happen
What makes you say that?
@@heartwarriorproject Scared of electricity.
I understand that you might be scared, but it could be helpful to truly consider what this belief is based on. Have these feelings arisen from reading a lot of negative things on the internet? If so, keep in mind that most people who share their experiences are often those with negative ones. This means you're not getting a fully accurate view. ICDs are incredible devices that have done far more good than harm for those who need them. If you haven't listened to the full interview I did with Doug, I highly recommend it. It will give you a better understanding of how ICDs actually work: th-cam.com/video/uxjdbE_rEzU/w-d-xo.htmlsi=dIQaa2UfGIQz6fdk.
@@heartwarriorproject my cousin had one and a friend has one. No thank you. I have a fear of electricity and there's no way man