Type 2 Pump Therapy

Insulin pump therapy is increasingly popular. Because insulin pumps more closely mimic what your body does naturally, you can improve your blood sugar control. With that control comes a more flexible lifestyle. Remember, though, that the pumps still require a lot of input from users, although technical improvements are happening all the time. If you are wondering whether you should use a pump or are already on a pump, this section explains:

• What is an insulin pump?:
  The parts of a pump
• FAQ: Pump:
  What the pump can do and not do
• Programming the pump:
  Setting the basal and bolus insulin infusion doses
• Advanced programming features:
  How to get the most out of the pump and use all the options
• Infusion sets:
  All about the different sets and how to place them
• Ketones and insulin pumps:
  Why to watch for ketones and what to do if you have them
• Travel:
  Special considerations when using a pump while traveling
• Exercise:
  Problem solving to have stable blood sugar control during exercise