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Hi all, I greatly appreciate your feedback. However the feedback I was looking for was aimed more at the limitations of the PDM. The aim of my project for University was to research the development of an application to use as an alternative to the PDM e.g. control the pump via a mobile phone...

Hi fellow pumpers. I'm currently writing an essay for my Computer Science degree, and am basing it on the Omnipod. I am basing my essay on developing/improving the exisiting product in any way possible. It would be very beneficial for me to gather feedback from fellow users, and I'd be...

I've recently started on the Omnipod, and I am so happy with it. The pod can be placed on your stomach/hip/lower back/arm/thigh. It is waterproof up to 25m depth, so is great for swimmers. You can create 7 basal profiles, 7 temp basal presets, bolus presets, custom reminders and alarms. The...

I totally agree with Emma, the app has totally changed the way I manage my diabetes. I don't make much use of the diary, but as I'm on a pump, I don't feel the need to. I've also downloaded the My Fitness Pal app which is free. It doesn't have any images, but it does have a massive food...

I do take the pump off. My question was more about cannula placement. I don't want to have to take the cannula out before training, so am looking for advice on the best placement of the cannula whilst training. Sent from the Diabetes Forum App

Hi, I'm new to pumping, and am currently using a Cellnovo patch type pump; therefore it can be placed on my arm/leg/stomach etc. If any of you have done Ju-Jitsu or Judo, you'll know how physical it can be with all the throws and arm locks. I'm looking for advice from anyone who does/has...

Hi John, Pumping is going well so far. Had a few teething problems in the beginning, but all sorted in the end. So far I've had the pump on my stomach, above my hip, and currently placed on my arm, the arm being my favourite place so far. Gonna try it on my leg in the coming weeks to see how it...

This is a picture from the supply kit guide to show the volumes of insulin that can be filled. Based on the picture, thus suggests that a longer tube will result in a bigger reservoir. At the present time, only the kit with 'No Tubing' is available. Sent from the Diabetes Forum App

Hi John, I had my pump fitted yesterday. So far so good, really happy with it. This being my first pump, there was alot to learn. I too am using the 5mm steel cannula, but had to put it on my stomach for training purposes. I'm currently using saline; transferring to insulin on Monday. I love the...

I'm from South West Wales, and can't answer for other areas, but when I met with my DSN roughly 2 months ago, she advised that as insulin pumpers are in the minority, that they are pushing to get patients onto pumps. I was given a follow up appointment (1 month later), and during this time I did...

This app had a update in January 2014, which added alot more foods, and there were performance updates too. I honestly couldn't be without this app now, highly recommended. Those dubious about spending £3.99 on the app, do it; in my opinion it is one of the best investments a Diabetic person can...

Have you researched the pumps available? I compared the available pumps, then once I decided on the most beneficial pump for me, I contacted the manufacturer, and the company nurse/rep helped speed things along for me. I suppose it does help on the support offered by your diabetes team; the team...

Had confirmation from the Cellnovo nurse this evening that my doctor has approved me to use the pump. Got my appointment next Thursday, going to be using saline for the first 3 days then onto insulin. Remarkable how quick it's been sorted. One question John, can you describe the differences...

Had an apppointment with my Diabetic Nurse to discuss going onto a pump. She highly recommends the Cellnovo pump. Just have to wait for my doctors approval; should hear today fingers crossed. I've spoken with the Cellnovo rep who has provisionally ordered me a pump providing all goes well at...