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Lost sensor in hot tub

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Helzbelz

Helzbelz

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Anyone got advice? I used my hot tub for the first time yesterday and my sensor for my libre2 was floating around in minutes.

Any ideas for how to keep it on?
Frustrating! X
 
Soaking in warm water is not good for the glue, baths etc should be avoided, or keep your arm up in the air might work but hardly relaxing. I would say if you crack the solution post it up, lots of people would be interested
 
Haha I’d say that would work and would draw some interest, I’d be interested how you get in the tub though
 
I use some rubber bands at physio, they are about 100mm wide and 2m long, a shortened one of them might work wrapped around your arm a couple of times might work
 
An arm band would be what I would recommend. I haven't tried mine in a hot tub but I was having problems in a long hot shower and then it didn't help that I would forget which arm it was on and catch it with my exfoliating gloves whilst having a good scrub. Arm band has solved the problem and I feel that my Libre is so much more secure and protected. I now wear arm band 24/7. Would highly recommend using one.
 
rebrascora said:
An arm band would be what I would recommend. I haven't tried mine in a hot tub but I was having problems in a long hot shower and then it didn't help that I would forget which arm it was on and catch it with my exfoliating gloves whilst having a good scrub. Arm band has solved the problem and I feel that my Libre is so much more secure and protected. I now wear arm band 24/7. Would highly recommend using one.
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Ooh where did you get that? I’m very interested xx
 
Mine is a specially designed one. I bought it off ebay. It consists of a 3D printed plastic frame which fits around the rim of the Libre and an adjustable elastic strap and the come in a number of colour combinations.
 
Helzbelz said:
My neighbours are immune to my madness so I’m sure someone would film it
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I’m sure there’d be a market for that video, naked crazy lady wrapped in cling film would have a certain audience and same lady trying to get into a hotub wrapped in cling film would have a comedy audience lol
There’s some water proof items like Barbara mentioned on this eBay site

Compare abbott freestyle libre sensor products from over 25,000 stores

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Not sure if these would work, they say they can be used in bath, shower and on the beach
www.diabeticsupply.co.uk

English Rose Arm band for Diabetic Sensors, Omnipod, Dexcom, CGM’s

A designer high quality armband from Pouch For All ®. Designed to help hold your sensors and pumps in place and protect them. The material is soft, comfortable and stretchy and can even be used in the shower, bath and on the beach. Delivery information: This item is handmade to order and...
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Paulbreen said:
I’m sure there’d be a market for that video, naked crazy lady wrapped in cling film would have a certain audience and same lady trying to get into a hotub wrapped in cling film would have a comedy audience lol
There’s some water proof items like Barbara mentioned on this eBay site

Compare abbott freestyle libre sensor products from over 25,000 stores

Easily compare abbott freestyle libre sensor from over 25,000 stores including Amazon and eBay on uk.redbrain.shop
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Perfect! Thanks… those were the ones I was looking at I just need to find a measuring tape to get the best size x
What a palaver just to sit in a big bubble bath lol
 
kentish maid said:
Not sure if these would work, they say they can be used in bath, shower and on the beach
www.diabeticsupply.co.uk

English Rose Arm band for Diabetic Sensors, Omnipod, Dexcom, CGM’s

A designer high quality armband from Pouch For All ®. Designed to help hold your sensors and pumps in place and protect them. The material is soft, comfortable and stretchy and can even be used in the shower, bath and on the beach. Delivery information: This item is handmade to order and...
www.diabeticsupply.co.uk www.diabeticsupply.co.uk
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Thank you I’ll check these out too! X
 
That is nothing like the one I use. Mine is specifically designed to fit just over the sensor with a hard plastic rim and an adjustable elastic strap. And mine was cheaper at under £10.

This is what I use..
www.ebay.co.uk

Freestyle Libre 1/2 sensor holder / guardian - easily protect your sensors! | eBay UK

Created using professional 3D printing techniques, this new Libre holder boasts a truly ergonomic design and great aesthetics. It provides unrivalled protection for your sensor, allowing you to undertake all of your daily tasks without worrying about the safety of your device.
www.ebay.co.uk
 
The ones from eBay sold by td13d that Barbara just posted the link for as I was typing are great and it was on her recommendation I bought them too, my arm is rather slim and I went for the 30cm xx
 
Kaylz said:
The ones from eBay sold by td13d that Barbara just posted the link for as I was typing are great and it was on her recommendation I bought them too, my arm is rather slim and I went for the 30cm xx
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I went for 40cm as I am quite muscular but there was plenty spare.
 
rebrascora said:
That is nothing like the one I use. Mine is specifically designed to fit just over the sensor with a hard plastic rim and an adjustable elastic strap. And mine was cheaper at under £10.
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I suggested the others as an alternative, and did say I was not sure if they would work. Not being Type 1 I have no experience of the sensor but had seen these on a site I use for strips and lancets
 
I use OPSITE which I cut into circles. I first put a circle of thin card over the actual sensor and stick the opsite over it. It's not as attractive as those bands, but I wear the sensor on my thigh, so the bands aren't suitable. I spent 5 weeks in a hot climate in and out of the sea and the sensors stayed put the whole time.
 
rebrascora said:
I went for 40cm as I am quite muscular but there was plenty spare.
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I do have muscle! lol, just still pretty slim haha

I also have this one where the holder itself is printed to the size of your arm, it's easier to adjust one handed as it's only 1 buckle and the strap is bra strap material, bit pricier with being custom printed but I love it xx

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Sorry @Kaylz. I didn't mean to suggest otherwise. I am chunky and muscular! You are thinner and muscular. If I just say I am chunky, it makes me sound fat and I am not (maybe I have an insecurity issue), which is why I used the term muscular but I didn't mean to undermine you in the process. I was just trying to help Helen have an idea of sizing. I measured my arm at a fraction over 30cm so went for the next size up just to be safe.
 
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