Wearing the pump
I start pumping insulin on Aug 17 after my Dr.’s vacation.
I am not happy with the case and belt clip that came with the MiniMed 508.
I would like to hear from anyone that has experience with any of the other
accessories or have come up with other solutions.
Thanks,
Bart
December 7th, 2004 at 9:33 am
Bart,
What are you unhappy about?
Maybe that might help us offer some suggestions.
I personally never use the clip; I find it useless. I just stuff the thing in
my pocket and forget it.
The case is a problem because I cannot reliably see through the screen on the
case, so I always remove it when doing settings.
It used to be that you had to use the case to prevent cosmetic damage to the
pump. But, I understand that the newer designs are not subject to cosmetic
damage if the case is not used. Best check with Minimed on this.
David
December 7th, 2004 at 6:17 pm
<< I personally never use the clip; I find it useless. I just stuff the
thing in my pocket and forget it.
The case is a problem because I cannot reliably see through the screen on
the case, so I always remove it when doing settings >>
I LIKE THE CLIP BECAUSE I KNOW ME, IF I JUST PUT IT IN MY POCKET IM AFRAID IT
COULD FALL OUT AND JERK THE INFUSION SET OUT. I KNOW IF ITS ON THE CLIP IT
WILL STAY WHERE I PUT IT. THE CASE DOESNT BOTHER ME EITHER BUT IT MAY JUST
BE PERSONAL PREFERENCE. CHRISSY
December 8th, 2004 at 10:40 am
>> It used to be that you had to use the case to prevent cosmetic damage to
the pump. But, I understand that the newer designs are not subject to
cosmetic damage if the case is not used. Best check with Minimed on this.>>
I was told my MM 507C is made from motorcycle helmet material - pretty
indestructible.
Jan
December 9th, 2004 at 9:40 pm
"I am not happy with the case and belt clip that came with the MiniMed 508.
I would like to hear from anyone that has experience with any of the other
accessories or have come up with other solutions.
Thanks,
Bart"
Bart,
I’ve been wearing the 507c for three years. I aim for the smallest bulk
and keep the pump in my back pocket. It works there for me. I do not use
the case or the belt clip. It is a matter of personal preference. My pump
(and all loaners" quickly lose the door hinge "snap" that keeps the door
shut. I have complained of this to Minimed and they say "use the case". I
am not much impressed with their solution.
Other than the access door falling open the pump isn’t damaged by the
rather severe environment of having me sit on it occasionally. Of course
we all have various preferences and will see things differently. If you
want a better clip you may have to fall back on yankee ingenuity.
Bob