How to Wear an Insulin Pump

Wearing an insulin pump makes life simpler for the diabetic, but getting used to the pump can be a bit difficult. Once you're accustomed to wearing the insulin pump, you can enjoy a much freer lifestyle. The pump will eliminate the need to measure injections and carry insulin and needles.

Things You'll Need

• Arm or leg bandage (to strap the pump to you)
• Carrying case (to hook the pump to a waistband)
• Fanny pack

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Instructions

• 1

  Decide if you want to wear your insulin pump where people can see it or in a concealed location. There is nothing wrong with wearing it where others can see, but many people choose to conceal the pump.

• 2

  To conceal the pump, put it in the waistband of pants or underwear. Women can also put the pump in the band of a bra or pantyhose.

• 3

  Strap the pump around your upper arm, thigh or waist. For this option you will need a special strap that you can purchase or make. You can use a bandage or sew a strap.

• 4

  Keep the pump in a pocket. Wear shirts or pants with pockets. Snip a small hole in the pocket for the tubes to fit through.

• 5

  Buy a special carrying case and hook it to the waistband of your pants. This option works well, although you will have to be comfortable with people seeing your pump.

• 6

  Try a fanny pack. This option is especially good for kids wearing an insulin pump. It gives the pump a little more protection without the child having to worry about it falling off or out of clothing.