Pod Placement/Prep/Tips - OmniPod PODDER Resource Manual

OMNIPOD INSTRUCTIONS |
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MAKING OMNIPOD
PERFECT FIT IN YOUR WORLD
It's easy to find a place for your Pod. And your Pod is tubeless and lightweight, so you can wear it
with freedom.
Where to wear your Pod.
It's important to choose a new area every time when placing your Pod to avoid site overuse, which
could result in variable absorption. The new area should be at least 1 inch away from the previous
one, 2 inches away from the navel and not over a mole, scar, or tattoo, where insulin absorption may
be reduced. Be sure to put your Pod somewhere you'll be comfortable—avoid sites where belts,
waistbands, or tight clothing may rub against, disturb, or dislodge the Pod.
Abdomen
Thigh
Front
How to place your Pod.
Arm and leg
Position the Pod vertically or at a slight angle.
Back, abdomen, and buttocks
Position the Pod horizontally or at a slight angle.
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Pod placement/prep/tips

Arm
Back
Buttock
Leg
Back
Pinching up
This step is important if
your Pod location is very
lean or doesn't have much
fatty tissue. Place your hand
over the Pod and make a
wide pinch around your skin
surrounding the viewing
window. Then press the
Start button on the PDM.
You can let go when the
cannula inserts.
WARNING:
Occlusions may result in lean areas if you do not use this technique.
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Leg
Front Back
Arm
Buttock
Leg