Pacemakers & ICDs: Lifesaving Devices Explained

Sometimes, hearts can beat too slow, too fast, or in a way that is not regular.

Pacemakers and ICDs are like little helpers for your heart.

Pacemakers help when the heart beats too slowly by sending tiny electrical signals to make it beat at the right pace.

ICDs are like heart medics that shock the heart back to normal if it beats too fast and dangerously.

Doctors put these devices in a small surgery.

After the surgery, you'll need check-ups to make sure everything is working well.

People with these devices can live active lives with some changes.