Old 09-06-22, 11:27 PM
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Kirk005
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Any MTB riders w/ ICD?

Greetings all! I was diagnosed w/ HF reduced ejection fraction (35%) last year. I’ve switched to an ebike only now, but my cardiologist is pushing hard for an ICD to prevent cardiac arrest. Has anyone in this forum been mountain biking w/ an ICD? I’m curious about safety, false triggers due to jarring, etc. I’ve never had a cardiac event, clear on a cardiac cath, but have septal scar at the apex. I still ride, keeping my HR below 120 (on several meds), and don’t have issues (other than resting arrhythmias). I’m just debating the install and if it will prevent riding my MTB. This would be a disaster for me as I ride 3-5 times per week, mostly technical single track. Looking forward to any feedback! Thanks!
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