Which of the following is a safety precaution for H-Wave therapy?

• A. Implanted cardiac demand pacemakers/defibrillators
• B. Asthma
• C. Diabetes
• D. Migraine

Answer: (A)

Electrical stimulation devices can interact with implanted cardiac devices. When a patient has a pacemaker or an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator, the electrical currents from H-Wave therapy can be sensed or delivered by the heart’s device in unintended ways. This may alter pacing timing, inhibit pacing when needed, or trigger inappropriate shocks, which can be dangerous. Because of this risk, the presence of an implanted cardiac demand pacemaker or defibrillator is a safety precaution that often requires medical clearance or alternative treatment approaches.

Asthma, diabetes, and migraine aren’t direct safety barriers to H-Wave therapy in the same way; they aren’t known to pose immediate interference risks with the device. The key safety concern centers on implanted cardiac devices and the potential for electrical interference.