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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.
However, swelling and discomfort may be minimized by the immediate use of ice packs. Ice packs should be applied to the side of the face over the area where the implant surgery was performed for the first 24 to 48 hours. Ice packs should be left on for 30 minutes and then left off for 30 minutes while awake. After 48 hours ice has no beneficial effect.