Arm sling after heart device placement
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This study tests whether using an arm sling for a short time after getting a heart device helps with recovery. It compares sling use to usual care to see which is better for comfort and healing.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are getting a pacemaker, ICD, or CRT device for the first time.
- You are stable in the first day after the procedure.
- You can read, understand, and speak Turkish.
- You have no shoulder or arm problems that limit movement.
- You are able to give your informed consent.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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