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If you are in any doubt about these issues each pacemaker manufacturer gives detailed instructions about the sources of electromagnetic interference you should avoid. Please refer to the booklet about your type of pacemaker which you were given when your device was fitted. 

If you have any further questions about what you can and can’t do, contact your pacemaker clinic or the manufacturer.

Will electrical equipment stop my pacemaker from working?

Will electrical equipment stop my pacemaker from working?

All pacemakers have a metal shell to protect them from other electrical signals so you can use most household equipment without any bother. They also contain a special circuit to detect and remove unwanted electrical activity. Problems with everyday equipment are rare. As general guidance any electrical equipment not discussed here keep it at least 20 centimetres (8 inches) from your pacemaker or attached equipment.

Everyday Equipment to be Aware of:

Magnetic devices and fasteners

Magnetic devices and fasteners

You do need to be careful around some equipment with magnets in. There's a very small, theoretical risk that small magnetic devices, such as the magnetic fasteners on a tablet computer case, could affect your pacemaker. While normal use is fine, it’s sensible to avoid 'hugging' these devices against your pacemaker.

Hands-free kits and Bluetooth

Hands-free kits and Bluetooth

There's no evidence that these devices affect pacemakers, but some manufacturers recommend that you use the ear on the opposite side to your pacemaker.

Phones and computer equipment. Mobiles, cordless phones, tablets, iPods and MP3 players

Phones and computer equipment. Mobiles, cordless phones, tablets, iPods and MP3 players

You can use mobiles, cordless phones, tablets, iPods and other brands of disk-based or solid-state MP3 players, if you don’t place them directly over your pacemaker. If you keep them at least 20 centimetres away from your pacemaker, you avoid any possible risk of interference. Avoid having headphones near your pacemaker, so don’t put them in a pocket near the pacemaker or let them dangle around your neck when you’re not using them. You can safely use your mobile or cordless phone but keep it more than 20 centimetres away from your pacemaker. Always use the ear on the opposite side to your pacemaker, and don’t put the phone in a shirt pocket over your pacemaker.

WiFi and 3G/4G networks

WiFi, wireless LAN, wireless internet for computers and 3G/4G networks - There's no clear evidence that these interfere with pacemakers.

Games consoles

There's no clear evidence that devices such as the Wii, PlayStation or Xbox have an effect on pacemakers, but games manufacturers advise you to contact your pacemaker manufacturer for more guidance.

Information sourced from British Heart Foundation leaflet ‘Living with a Pacemaker’. 

For further information see British Heart Foundation or NHS

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