Omnipod Application & Pump Rotation Tips

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In this video I talk about the importance of insulin pump rotation and demonstrate an Omnipod site change. This will help anyone using Omnipod, Omnipod DASH and Omnipod 5 with their pump rotation and more - drop your questions in the comments!
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Chapters:
0:00 - Hello!
0:33 - What is Omnipod?
1:28 - Pump Placement
3:13 - My Pump Rotation
4:26 - Omnipod Site Change
6:58 - DIY Loop System
7:48 - Applying an Omnipod
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@nekromantik2009 Жыл бұрын

I been on pumps for 15 years and always used tube pumps. Main disadvantage of Omnipod is you cannot change insulin without changing the whole pod. With tube pumps you can run out of insulin anytime and change the resivior. :)

@anitastokar98 Жыл бұрын

I also like that if the insertion site is uncomforable, I can just move it (I have a steel cannula). The pump itself can always be moved to a different place if the pump itself is in the way.

@roms515 Ай бұрын

Wat is cost n how many day can it be used

@cyn5962 3 ай бұрын

The Omnipod pump is the only pump I've had and I am really happy with it.

@4jdenten Жыл бұрын

Omnipod 5 is my first pump. It definitely has done me wonders!!. I absolutely love it.The issue I have is the price😢. If I don't meet my deductible, like in the beginning of the year, it's like close to 600 a month. Blows my mind!! But I definitely would recommend this pump to anyone!!

@robertmitchell8256 5 ай бұрын

Interesting video, thanks, I use the Omnipod DASH and also pull the face!!

@user-ph2uv5he6m 3 ай бұрын

After 24 years of being on a competier I absolutely say the Omni Pod is hands down so much better with the G 6 cgm than the other brand I was on for years.

@julietaliendo2397 2 ай бұрын

Hi! I live in Argentina and we do not have the Omnipod yet. However, I’m a user of Accu Chek Solo which is also a tubeless insulin pump with the exception that you change the reservoire every three or four days. The base of the pump lasts 60 days which I think it is environmentally conscious. Xox

@katierick8933 Жыл бұрын

Haha your comment about the hair, "wetten it" great new word - I've always just shaved wherever I use the dash. I highly recommend the chest (2-3 inches above nipple), upper butt cheek, and front of outer thigh. Also, I actually do the front of the upper arm and that works.

@diabe_tech Жыл бұрын

Hehehe yea I was like “omg that’s not a word, whatever…” thanks for the tips.

@drunkvegangal8089 5 ай бұрын

Chest wouldn't be comfy for we Type 1 gals. Just saying.

@LadyPoet263 2 ай бұрын

Hi. I've been on Omnipod 5 for 2 years now. With the Dexcom g6. I've had so many issues with the Dexcom g6. I'm wondering g how you use the g7 with the Omnipod 5. How do you do it?

@xiyanzhong687 4 ай бұрын

Hello, can omnipod 5 be directly connected to iPhone 15 now? ? Thank you.

@jkjl26 11 ай бұрын

So omnipod Dash work with dexcom g7? Please more info and the Dash please

@jcrook1000 Ай бұрын

Does this hurt? I’m used to the CGMs, so I’m curious if it is painful? I don’t really feel my CGM insertion.

@jessicamckenney15 Жыл бұрын

I’ve been looking into getting an omnipod after only doing pen injections for the past 20 years. I’m nervous, but it seems way easier than starving yourself multiple times a day! Haha

@diabe_tech Жыл бұрын

I loooooove Omnipod. I was on MdI for 6 months, this is WAY BETTER. It does a lot of the thinking for you so you can enjoy life and be in the moment!

@dschool86 26 күн бұрын

I’m interested in the loop system but didn’t see any links

@eugeniemacfarlane1107 Ай бұрын

I thought the Dexacom and Omnipod needed to be on same side and you can't sleep on it. I have problems with both , being so aware of how you can position your body at night

@michaelbritton2331 5 ай бұрын

anyone can help out to use my android phone control omnipod and dexcom7 loop?

@brettryanstewart 5 ай бұрын

Curious how your CGM fits in to your rotation? Do you just stick with lower back of arm? I keep finding it using up precious pod real estate.

@user-ot7ln4fy7y 2 ай бұрын

I use a calendar to keep track! Old school, but works great!

@sigmanu435 Жыл бұрын

I do utilize my upper leg/thighs area and my buttocks as well. I’ve tried putting the Omnipod on my back but it would always fall off and can’t reach back there to add a patch.

@diabe_tech Жыл бұрын

I need to try my thighs some time

@latainethomas3595 Жыл бұрын

I uee my upper leg a lot for Dexcom and stomach and arms for OmniPod

@diabe_tech Жыл бұрын

Oh, I’ve never done a leg site for Dexcom!

@user-vy1mt9of7g 9 күн бұрын

I kno I am late with this question but with the cyber security threats in the world today how easy would it b for hackers or for someone or people to compromise your wireless cellular/data connected system?

@CathyeginAL 6 ай бұрын

I can’t figure out how to place my omnipod in enough various places in relation to my dexcom. Like when my dexcom is on the left side of my abdomen for 10 days, where all would you place yours?

@user-ot7ln4fy7y 4 ай бұрын

Try to match it up on same side of your body so they can “see” each other!😁

@tomspurling4358 25 күн бұрын

My daughter seems to be getting a lot of weeping (brown fluid) on almost every pod now. Always the same pattern, first day is great and levels are good, second day she goes high and we notice this brown staining. Allergic to the cannula? Anyone got any ideas?

@belindayouell7128 Ай бұрын

Does it matter which way up the Pod goes? Square side up, or Rounded side up? I notice you did rounded side up.

@ugg1353 Ай бұрын

I am towards the end of my 90 day trial, the pump started out great but my insulin absorption has become so poor, I used all 200 units in 36 hours for a total of 70 carbs eaten…I have a carb ratio of 1 unit per 10 grams, the insulin just doesn’t absorb, just keeps getting worse no matter where I put it. Even brand new sites its a problem.

@dpbraswell Жыл бұрын

Do you or anyone know the difference between Omnipod Dash and Ombipod 5? Being on the Omnipod 5 has gotten my A1c down to 6 which I have never gotten that low the bad thing is that there's no Android app for newer Android phones, so I have to carry the other controller I have left at restaurants and planes. It might be easier if I carried some sort of man bag but I don't.

@kimberlymckellar6995 Жыл бұрын

Hi! The dash and 5 do the same thing but the 5 “talks” to the dexcom 6 to give and monitor the insulin. I just started using the 5 and I’ve been on point with my numbers! Hope that helps!

@dpbraswell Жыл бұрын

@@kimberlymckellar6995 Thank you.

@diabe_tech Жыл бұрын

Omnipod 5 is an automated system, it's the latest Omnipod pod and works with Dexcom G6, soon with the G7. I personally use DASH pods because I use a loop system called Loop.

@dpbraswell Жыл бұрын

@@diabe_tech Thanks

@user-jk7du2eo2z 6 ай бұрын

I have actually placed my dexcom on my upper to mid breasts. The only problem is that my chest sweats some and it doesn't stick the whole 10 days adding the overpatch makes it very uncomfortable. The dexcom doesn't hurt at all putting on my breasts. I haven't had the nerve to put the omniod on it yet

@jakemcgillivray 4 ай бұрын

I am super duper skinny and on omnipod5. Does anyone have any tips for getting a site in the fat and not the muscle? It’s driving me crazy I cannot seem to figure it out

@user-ot7ln4fy7y 4 ай бұрын

Pinch up…hope this helps!

@ginacampbell4948 17 күн бұрын

I like upper arm on side

@ChristopherTaylor-ro1oh 2 ай бұрын

Idk. Ive been using syringes for years and now i got lumps under my skin in my abdomen are.

@jackschitt6235 Жыл бұрын

What if anything would I lose if I switched from my Medtronic to the Dexcom with the omnipod?

@diabe_tech Жыл бұрын

Ok, I asked my followers on Instagram: They said the only thing you'll lose is the tube! haha Plus the ability to disconnect. Everyone who responded said they prefer Omnipod, they love not having a tube and prefer Dexcom readings! Hope this helps :)

@drunkvegangal8089 5 ай бұрын

I've used both medtronic and omni. One difference is that you can refill your medtronic reservoir. Both waste a ton of insulin; priming a length of tube or tossing the omni when the reservoir still has insulin. Not sure if medtronic has an app for your phone but back in the dark ages I had to fish out my pump and program a bolus that way. The omni controller is way more discreet. The omni attaches very quickly and you can wear it in the shower/tub/get it wet

@jackschitt6235 5 ай бұрын

@@drunkvegangal8089 I'm not rich and have to settle for what my insurance will pay for 100%. I'm on disability and United Healthcare manages my Medicaid benefits. The tech came into my life later in my life with diabetes. My diagnosis in 1998 was type 2 but my current Endocrinologist changed my diagnosis to type 1 several years ago. He started me on the Freestyle Libre and then I switched over to the Medtronic system. I just hit the 4 year point and I was told normally that's when you might be able to make changes. When I mentioned possibly switching to Omnipod with Dexcom he said service from Omnipod is lousy. He's from Pakistan, I don't know if he had a bad experience trying to work with one of their reps and decided he prefers Medtronic. In the beginning I wasn't even aware that there were so many different options available now. Also, I have concerns about having to deal with 2 different companies compared to my current arrangement where everything comes to my door from UPS. Add to that I came across some people saying that the newest Dexcom wasn't even compatible with Omnipod yet etc. Some said they got the doctor's cooperation and approval from insurance and then couldn't even find a place that had the items in stock and on and on. I'm 59 and definitely don't like being expected to figure out complicated tech stuff on my own. So this time around I'm trying to do my homework before I commit if I would be stuck for 4 years. Any specific valuable advice would be appreciated by anyone with experience with these challenges.

@MSP007 6 ай бұрын

Is it not necessary to have cgm and pod within direct sight of each other? Or is that a Loop feature?

@diabe_tech 6 ай бұрын

Loop doesn’t require it because the pump and CGM talk to the phone, not each other.

@MSP007 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for super fast reply! Very cool. I start my Omnipod 5 on Wednesday. I’m so jazzed. Just watched your iAPS vid. Can’t wait till that’s ready for prime time. Thanks for your good work.

@bryan_caswell 9 ай бұрын

I thought the OmniPod5 wasn’t compatible yet with the Dexcom G7 and it was only compatible with the G6?

@diabe_tech 9 ай бұрын

Only g6 for now. I use DIY Loop which allows for the connection

@nurseaprn97 Ай бұрын

How do I use the extended bolts and where is it on OmniPod’s 5??

@bryan_caswell Ай бұрын

@@nurseaprn97 You need to switch to “Manual Mode” and then when you go to do a bolus, the Extend Bolus option will be at the bottom of the bolus screen. Hope this helps!

@erg.yellow 7 ай бұрын

Didn’t see the information on loop app to be able to use iPhone

@brianz423 5 ай бұрын

I didn’t either I was going to send a question about that if you got an answer let me know if you don’t mind

@sarahmgamble 5 ай бұрын

Are you using the Omnipod 5 with the Loop system/Dexcom G7?

@diabe_tech 5 ай бұрын

I'm using Omnipod DASH with G7 - I was using DIY Loop, now I'm on iAPS, another DIY system.

@mariuszkowalczyk9967 5 ай бұрын

Can you use omnipod only with your iPhone ?

@diabe_tech 5 ай бұрын

not yet, unless you use a DIY system.

@faithcorbett2900 4 ай бұрын

My dexcom 7 doesn’t recognize the Omnipod.. how do you get that to work

@monicakiele8713 4 сағат бұрын

There's updates coming August 2024, to use the g7🎉

@NOT_SUS2424 Жыл бұрын

2nd!! Im getting a omnipod soon im so excited but very nervous about the 200 units

@NOT_SUS2424 Жыл бұрын

any tips?

@NOT_SUS2424 Жыл бұрын

also u need more than 830 subs idk if my phone glitching though

@NOT_SUS2424 Жыл бұрын

new sub!

@diabe_tech Жыл бұрын

Yayyyy welcome to the channel. Check out my Instagram or Tik Tok for more tips :) links in description of my videos!

@brianz423 5 ай бұрын

I had an Omnipod representative come to my house to show me how to use it and got orders from the doctor how to set it up cause you need a drip over 24 hours mindset for two units that’s 48 units times three days and then whatever’s left is injected when I need it from the basil hope this helps you if you use it up sooner you’ll have to just replace the pod

@mitchguidry6708 6 ай бұрын

How do you know how much insulin to go in your body

@msbigdog1460 5 ай бұрын

I have been trying to get an answer to that same question. I am currently using insulin pens, long & short acting but would like to know the answer to this question before switching.

@brianz423 5 ай бұрын

Your doctors office should be able to recommend a representative from Omnipod that’s what I did and they came to my house and set it up for me what’s the doctor has to tell you what levels of the 24 hour input that you need hope this helps