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Gradually increase your activity after an ICD procedure. Follow your doctorâs instructions about keeping your arm still the first few days. You might need to wear a sling for the first 24 to 48 hours. Ask your doctor about when to resume sexual activity. You may need to avoid sex for the first week. ICD activity will generally not interfere with sexual activity after the first 7 days. Check with your doctor about activity during the first 6 to 8 weeks.
Keep the elbow next to your side for 48 hours after the. implantation. You can do anything you want with the other. arm and with your legs. 2. Keep the incision dry for 48 hours after the implantation. Then, you can shower but do not scrub the area near the. pacemaker.