Lets get some terminology down!

So last night I was NOT happy! Today I realize that some of you may not have any clue what I am talking about. So step one...

Insulin Pump- gives insulin 24/7 7 days a week 365 days a year.


"Site"- An IV like device put into your skin. The "site" is where the insulin from the pump is transfused into the body.

Reservoir- Hold the insulin while in the pump.

Typically you change your site and place a new reservoir in the insulin pump every three days. There are many different "brands" of the insulin pump. I use the Minimed Paradigm 522


Hopefully this explains a few things.