HeartStart defibrillators save thousands of lives each year. They are used in hospitals, ambulances, at athletic contests, and in private homes. Having this technology in the home is especially helpful to people who are at high risk for sudden cardiac arrest, the leading cause of death in the United States.
One reason that HeartStart defibrillators are endorsed by doctors is the SMART biphasic technology that governs several vital internal functions. SMART analyzes the rhythm of a patient's heart before the shock is delivered and will not be activated unless the rhythm is conducive to being shocked. Hence, it is impossible for the person operating the defibrillator to shock the patient at the wrong time. Even if the button is pressed, the shock will not occur unless it may help.
In addition to being highly sophisticated, HeartStart defibrillators are also incredibly durable. Because these machines play a vital role in saving lives every day, they cannot break or become useless after commonplace accidents. They are designed to withstand jetting water, loads up to 500 pounds, and a one-meter drop onto concrete. It's no wonder that hospitals and ambulances rely on this brand of defibrillator more often than any other brand.