HeartSync Support

10/04/2026

Have a pacemaker or ICD and travelling this summer?

Whether going abroad or staying in the UK, have a look at our new blog to help you plan for your journey. We have also compiled a list of insurers to try should you need to shop around (we have not been sponsored).
Have a wonderful summer, safe summer holiday.

A practical guide for safer, calmer trips with a pacemaker or ICDTravelling with a cardiac device, such as a pacemaker or ICD, should be achievable for most people, provided your condition is stable and you plan in advance. Many of the risks are not about the flight itself, they relate to unfamiliar...

31/03/2026

Thank you so much, Isobel, for your kind and thoughtful words.

I am truly grateful that we were able to offer some reassurance and support during what has clearly been a very difficult and unsettling time. Recovering after a pacemaker implant is not only physical, it can be emotional too, and it is so important that people feel heard, understood, and properly supported.

Thank you again for placing your trust in HeartSync Support. Wishing you continued rest, recovery, and strength.

HeartSync Support provide specialist Pacemaker and ICD consultants committed to helping you live comfortably with your pacemaker or ICD – before and after your device fitting.

28/02/2026

Induction cooktop use with a pacemaker or defibrillator by Douglas Rachac. Very informative and from an industry perspective.

Yes, induction cooktops put out a lot of electromagnetic energy, but people with pacemakers and defibrillators can still use them. In this video I explain w...

27/02/2026

Heart disease doesn’t discriminate. It can affect anyone. No matter what your background or standing.
Brilliant that Max and Kyle are bringing much needed publicity to heart disease, and to a different audience.

04/02/2026

Heart disease affects women differently than men, and understanding those differences can be lifesaving. Dr. Sharonne N. Hayes, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist and leading expert in the field of women’s heart health, says progress in research, treatment and prevention has accelerated but women still need better information.

Heart disease affects women differently than men, and understanding those differences can be lifesaving. Dr. Sharonne N. Hayes, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist and leading expert in the field of women’s heart health, says progress in research, treatment and prevention has accelerated but women still need better information.

Here are four things Dr. Hayes wants women to know, and do, when it comes to protecting their heart health: https://mayocl.in/46y21eP

15/12/2025

With Mayo Clinic – We made it onto their weekly engagement list by being one of their top engagers! 🎉

11/12/2025

‘Tis the season to be jolly, and sometimes poorly with a cold. Here is an article from the Mayo Clinic about coughs and colds, what works and what doesn’t, all in one place. Not device related but useful for everyone.

HeartSync Support

Why is a cold so hard to treat? “The common cold is not just one illness — it’s a whole mess of different infections that…

29/11/2025

Why is it that pacemakers aren’t rechargeable? Many people ask us this same question! A rechargeable pacemaker sounds amazing & could reduce surgeries, but there’s more to this story and some surprising dilemmas.
Find out why in our latest blog post: https://wix.to/yGPDZfJ

A HeartSync Support Guide for Patients and FamiliesYou are not the first person to ask why aren’t pacemakers rechargeable. In fact, we are asked this multiple times a week.Many patients say to us, often with a half-smile:“My phone, watch and toothbrush are rechargeable. Why on earth isn’t my p...

14/10/2025

Many still wonder if microwave ovens are safe for those with pacemakers or ICDs. 🚷 With advances in technology, modern microwaves are safe to use, and the outdated warnings belong to a past era. 🌟 Learn the real science and put your mind at ease. Read more: https://wix.to/weWlnGJ.

The Real Facts About Microwave Ovens & Pacemakers Simply ExplainedIf you have a pacemaker or an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD), you may have heard warnings about avoiding microwave ovens. Maybe you’ve even spotted those old leaflets in hospital waiting rooms that still say “Keep aw...

10/10/2025

Get expert health advice without traveling or waiting. Book a telehealth visit today for routine checkups or help with chronic conditions.
Contact HeartSync Support for pacemaker and ICD advice. Live better with your device.

14/09/2025

Atrial fibrillation, or AFib, is an irregular heartbeat that can lead to blood clots, stroke and other heart-related complications. If you have any of the signs – fluttering heartbeat, chest pain, fainting or loss of appetite – take them seriously. Ask the doctor about AFib at your next appointment.

HCA Healthcare Foundation is the national sponsor of Getting to the Heart of Stroke™.

13/09/2025

If you have been encouraged to walk more, why not try the Hertfordshire & North Middlesex Ramblers. I recommend this group to many pacemaker patients who are looking to increase and diversify their exercise.
They are a lovely group who will help keep you fit. Walk at your own pace with great company. You may even visit a pub or two.