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<blockquote data-quote="Bluesummer" data-source="post: 1475626" data-attributes="member: 406351"><p>Hi! </p><p>I trialled the freestyle - and for me they fall off! I wear a lot of sleevless tops for dancing and golf, it was just too vulnerable and it got flicked off - or sweated off! I found a video on youtube of someone putting it in their thigh. This worked much better for me - as it is usually covered and protected by clothes. I also found that I got more accurate readings. Another bonus is that no-one could see it. When it was in my arm - people commented or asked. I've never had to tell so many people that I was diabetic. </p><p>Another point - they will replace the sensor if they fall off. Ring the helpline and they will send another one out. </p><p>Always worth mentioning that this will NOT replace your prick testing. It is not accurate enough, and it is not accepted by the DVLA. However I have found it really useful, as it will produce graphs that show you what is happening at night and between tests. This is really helpful when setting your basal levels and your bolus ratio. So I have bought a couple since the trial that I use periodically to check what's happening....</p><p>I say 'give it a go' but don't throw your prick tester away...</p><p>Good Luck!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Bluesummer, post: 1475626, member: 406351"] Hi! I trialled the freestyle - and for me they fall off! I wear a lot of sleevless tops for dancing and golf, it was just too vulnerable and it got flicked off - or sweated off! I found a video on youtube of someone putting it in their thigh. This worked much better for me - as it is usually covered and protected by clothes. I also found that I got more accurate readings. Another bonus is that no-one could see it. When it was in my arm - people commented or asked. I've never had to tell so many people that I was diabetic. Another point - they will replace the sensor if they fall off. Ring the helpline and they will send another one out. Always worth mentioning that this will NOT replace your prick testing. It is not accurate enough, and it is not accepted by the DVLA. However I have found it really useful, as it will produce graphs that show you what is happening at night and between tests. This is really helpful when setting your basal levels and your bolus ratio. So I have bought a couple since the trial that I use periodically to check what's happening.... I say 'give it a go' but don't throw your prick tester away... Good Luck! [/QUOTE]
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