Insulin Pump Therapy Types Benefits And Management
Insulin pump therapy allows for more flexibility and has the potential to even out the wide blood sugar fluctuations that are often experienced when injecting insulin, but it also has potential disadvantages. It’s important to know about both and to discuss them with your healthcare provider in order to determine if it’s the right choice for you. Types of Insulin Pump Therapy All insulin pumps provide a slow, steady stream of fast- or short-acting basal insulin, also known as “background insulin,” with an option to deliver a larger dose of additional insulin (known as a bolus) before or between meals to correct hyperglycemia....