Used for years. Tried thigh after watching this and looking in to the subcutaneous fat info and makes sense. Best readings I’ve ever had! Thanks so much
I was having "Sensor error " problems on my arms almost every time. I finally applied the new Sensor to my stomach and haven't had any error messages ! I had never heard about the compression lows before I listened to you !
I have been a Dexcom user for over 10 years and have tried many sites. I have finally settled on wearing my sensors on the upper buttocks a little more toward the hip and below my underwear band on either side (rotate back and forth) ever since the G6 came out. It is protected by clothes and is the most discreet location on the body for me and can't see it even with a swimsuit on. Never had a problem with insertion or accuracy and I always use an overpatch. To me it is one of the most underrated locations and I LOVE IT! Thank you for this excellent resource for T1D diabetics!
Thanks so much for these. I'm a new user and side sleeper so I can't wait to get this sensor off my arm 😂 will definitely be trying belly or thigh area for the next one!
I started wearing the G7 in 2023 (Never had the G6 or prior versions). I have always worn it on the back of my arm. I wear it a little lower and more inside than you do in the very fatty area. I have never had a problem with it. I even sleep on my arm, too! Oh wait I had a problem with one a couple weeks ago that just never paired so they sent me a replacement. But I have never had a problem with it falling off or compression readings nothing like that. I love it. I wish I could wear it on my stomach but I have 2 chihuahua's that think my stomach is a trampoline, so... 😂
Im new to the G7 and im 8 days into my first one...the Dr placed it on the back of my arm and my readings are 100pts lower than my glucometer making it difficult to know how much insulin to take. I never had this trouble with the Libre3...so im glad i caught this video...im DEFINITELY changing placement! Thank You!
@DiabetesStrong I have calibrated both the glucometer and the G7 and I have the sensor on my tummy...still no change. I KNOW im running high...the machine shows 402 and my sensor says 134...By the way I feel I can tell my glucometer is closer to accurate
Thank you for this video! I don't want everyone to know my health history and wearing it on the arm scandalizes my privacy. So, I am glad to know that I can wear it else wear. Thanks a bunch!
Great Info! I am a side sleeper and It is hard to sleep on left side 10 day then change to right side for 10 days to stop compression lows. The next sensor I am going to try is the spot you are using on the inner thigh. That looks like a great spot. Side note I seemed to get better reading in my right arm as opposed to the left arm. This seemed to be consistent since I went to G7 sensor on the arm. Thanks again for all you do for us diabetics.
@@karlahernandez5750 @fredirle7173 Me too. I eventually stopped wearing it on my arms altogether but do you have any thoughts on why this might be happening?
I have the opposite - I can get good readings on my left arm, but the right arm gets poor readings or just fails early. I'm going to try thigh because I am also a klutz who whacks the CGM on everything. Also, anyone else catch it on your seatbelt in the car?
I have knocked three sensors off the back of my arm. I will try my thigh next time I do have the most luck with my stomach though! Thx for your helpful video and I’m glad I’m not the only one with this issue!
Thank you for sharing this insightful content. As a Medical Doctor and Endocrinologist, I find it fascinating how small adjustments to the sensor placement-sometimes as little as an inch-can significantly impact its effectiveness. Some of my patients have also reported they find that one arm, leg, or side of the abdomen often works noticeably better than the other side. It's a reminder of how individual variability plays a critical role in optimizing sensor performance.
GEEZ I heart the alert sound at 4:08 and instinctively checked my won phone 🤣I was just diagnosed with t1d, your videos have been so informative. Thank you!
Sounds good! I’ll try my next G7 on my thigh. The adhesive is MIGHTY STICKY & as my under arm skin has gotten loose with age, the adhesive pulls it like Gumby.
I DON'T wear my G7 sensor on my arms due to an arm injury and arthritis. BUT the main reason I don't want it on my arms is to keep my T2DM diagnosis confidential. That totally prevents inappropriate comments & inaccurate medical suggestions from others. Some folks tend to become the Carb Monitoring Police. Placing my sensors out-of-sight blocks that. When I switched from G6 to G7, I talked to my internal med physician about wearing the G7 above my waist; and he ok'd that. I always have good connectivity; however, my skin does become sore in spots so your suggestions on other possible sites is most helpful. I had never heard about the compression lows before so I really appreciate that information! THANKS!
Thanks for a great video. Been wearing my G6 and now G7 on my upper thighs (Doctor approved) for over five years with NO ISSUES. I rotate legs and different areas so never have a negative skin reaction. Side sleeping never a problem.
Thanks for this topic. I wear the G7 on my abdomen but will try the upper thigh. I’ve had a few technical issues with my G7 and the Dexcom customer service has been great. They have replaced my transmitter even when I tell them I’ve worn it on my abdomen.
Glad to see this video, I bump my g7 all the time when I sleep on my back…it’s annoying..plus I get plenty of signal loss which happens from bumping..now I know why I get low sugar warnings at night, I sit up and my sugar goes back to normal without juice..
Just wanted to add that I probably need replacements 2-3 times a year and I’ve always been honest about my site placement and there has never been an issue.
I wish that was the case for me. Bc i am an honest person and hate lying, when asked i told the truth about having on my abdomen. And both times they have refused to replace them for me 😭 said bc i didnt use them as directed by the FDA that they could not replace.
I have knocked mine off so many times. I get those lows in the middle of the night waking up everyone. When I asked the manufacturer about other locations was told no where else was approved. I do put mine on the high upper arm because I do water aerobics and this keeps it from being submerged the entire hour class.
I am having signal issues with the direct to watch feature with the sensor on the back of my arm. I will try my stomach because I tend to get better readings there.
I'm new at this 'game' and I was told to place the sensor on the back of my arm. I haven't had any issues with it but I think I'm going to put the next one on my stomach. The receiver constantly tells me that the signal is lost. We shall see if there is a difference. Thank you for the information.
This is so helpful as I have been following the strict orders from Dexcom. Have only tried one other place than the top of my right arm and it didn't go so well. Time to try new things. Again, so helpful. Thank you.
there is an interview with the Dexcom CEO where he mentions that is approved for different sites in EU and that there is no difference between the dexcoms sold in EU vs USA. I think that was his disclaimer for US that you don't have to place just on the back of the arm.
Side sleeper here; I hate the arms and the constant compression lows. Team abdomen mostly. I did like the forearm and thigh but my second fav is mid chest. That was my most accurate. I seem to switch to abdomen in summer and the other sites in winter.
thank you for these recommendations! The Dexcom G7 sensor easily bruises the back of my arms and I bump it frequently. I will meet with my healthcare professional to discuss placement on my thigh!.
My experience with Dexcom G7 has been bit of problem with blood sugar levels from sensor vs Accu-Chek. Calibration on Dexcom sensor is required frequently.
I have a Libre 14 day and like wearing it on my chest...where even with a bathing suit, it can't be seen, doesn't get bumped off and is within easy reach for scanning. Accuracy is good too!
Woah! I haven't considered this placement before 🤯 Can you please elaborate a bit on where exactly? assuming right on the boob where there's more fatty tissue - if you're looking at you head on and your boob is a clock, at what hour? sorry if this is graphic lol I'm very interested in trying this.
@@klassicmeg I had watched Type One Talks on various sites he has used and decided to try the chest. NOTE: Libre is a bit smaller than Dexacom and they do not support any site other than back of the arm. I place it at 12 o'clock sort of where the shoulder strap of a bra meets the cup (where it is still protected under the bra). I tried to make a bra photo and put a mark on it, but see we can't upload photos on TH-cam comments. Hope that helps.
Thank you for the alternate areas because the back of the arm is gotta be the most stupid place for an approved recommendation. I have too many signal losses, and I have a lot of compression lows.
Thanks for your video. Im switching back to the upper outside of my arm where i used to place my G6 I cant get the extra patch on when putting it on the back of my arm and i to rub it against things.
That's REALLY interesting! Are you measuring 4 fingers down right above your breathing, chest , or...? I'd REALLY like to try this. I'm a woman too, by the way! 😊
Yes, wearing Libre 2, second sensor on chest (female) and, coincidentally, about the same measurement from collar bone. It's comfortable, sits under bra strap, or just lower, not likely to be knocked off, no compression lows either. Apart from the 'wear on back of arm' license, I haven't found an issue yet. Also, don't supprt it with other adhesives as I'm allergice to them all, but I've, so far, not seen any of the sensor starting to peel off, or become loose etc. I'd recommend it ;)
@@shellyscorner so if you use the left side put your right hand over your chest and you right index finger aligned next to your collarbone. Measure about 3-4 fingers down and there is your placement. Your thumb should be touching or close to the hollow of your throat
OMG, yes a million times to the chest. I'm new to the game but I tried on the back of my arm and one got knocked out of position and I always ended up laying on it. Then I tried my other arm and hit a vein real bad. Both resulted in way mature end of life. Then I tried chest which I saw was an option for more active people and my goodness the accuracy and ease of placement was very eye-opening. Like why isn't this a recommended placement?! And I sleep on my stomach and there's been no issues overnight.
I have a t slim insulin pump so I have 2 things inserted at all times. I am a side sleeper and when I tried the lower back I kept getting alerts that the pump and phone could not get readings.
I hate the compression lows, hence changed my alarm tone to something less annoying. Thankfully I have not had that problem lately, and have only knocked off my sensor once. The back of arm is annoying sometimes as a side sleeper, and I use my arms a lot doing projects, and by the end of two weeks it’s barely hanging on most of the time. I put my libre 2 on the day before the old one expires, heard it can be more accurate that way. The latest one I put on hit a vein, and wasn’t sure it was going to work, but it seems to be working right now after a couple days of reading high.
I was getting pressure "Lows" from my arms, when viewing tv while laying on the bed, also am a side sleeper and it was happening there too. Best location I have found is on my chest below the collar bone and away from the arm pit area. Very accurate when compared to my finger sticks. Had ONE G7 that failed when blood got on the filament, upon removal the G7 Filament was no where to be found? Odd!
Great video. I have been living with Type 1 since 1990. I have been on the pump for 24 years and using a CGM since their release. I just stopped wearing the G7 on the back of my arm. I was constantly losing communication with my pump. Since changing the location, I rarely lose communication. Thanks for suggesting the additional sites.
Thank you so much for this video I’ve been having nothing but frustration with the back of my arm and calling Dexcom support just about makes me wanna throw my sensor to the moon
I got permission from my doctor to use the G7 on my abdomen as any other location is difficult for me to apply. Dexcom has it on record and have not given me any issues on replacing any sensor which I have an issue with. But I don't think any of them are due to the placement. Just bad calibration readings mostly.
I've only used the G7 sensors on the back of my arm and other than an occasional compression low while sleeping I haven't had any issues. As I'm typing this I could not tell you which arm the G7 is on without feeling for it. It's that unobtrusive for me. I've started putting on a new sensor but not activating it until the grace period is up on the old one. That way I have no waiting period at all and don't need to calibrate with finger sticks as much.
I've worn mine on my back, like close to the shoulder blade, and I also wear my Omnipod 5 on my back. Inner forearm and also outer forearm. Chest but only on the right side and at the very top of the deltoid. My thighs react badly to the cannulas so I don't use that site anymore.
i am on g6 at the moment, changing to g7 soon. in the uk. i wear my g6 on my thigh too. i sleep on my sides and toss and turn. no issues with it there at all
My sensor placement right above my elbow behind it not on side of it. It worked very well and no lost connection. I don't do stomach anymore. I would have a hard time to place in my back. My thigh would be a no-no. I am hairy down there. I don't to shave either.
Just came across this video, I wish I saw this video earlier today, just got my first dexcom g7 today, and I put it upper arm, I had another device I put on back of my arm, it kept falling off when I put it there, when I have to change it, I'll put it elsewhere
I cannot wear it on my thigh or stomach because I have waaay too much scar tissue built up in those areas because I have been a T1D for 48 years and always got or gave myself my injections in my stomach or my thighs. Plus I am a VERY AGGRESSIVE stomach sleeper. I love-love-LOVE to wear it on any part of my arm. I am also not afraid tonwear it on either side of my shins or back of my calves.
I wear my Libre 3 on the front of my arm and never had problems. I am considering switching to the G7 and would probably keep using the front of the arm
I just put in my first g7 sensor yesterday and between the errors from laying on my side and me smacking it on a door frame and ripping it out, it made it about 24 hours 😫 so thanks for this video, these will definitely be tried out!
Thank you for this! It was really educational, this helped out a lot to understand where the best spots are! I’ve been living with type one for my whole life, so thanks for helping me out! P.S My favorite spot is on my stomach 😊
My endo gave me several g7’s to try. The first one was placed by his nurse. We couldn’t get it to pair no matter what. Then I tried the 2nd one at home. It worked fine until the 3rd day. Then it said failed and replace. The 3rd one was my fault. I placed it on the back and kinda on the side of my upper arm. It was working perfectly until I ran into the door frame! Now, I’m awaiting 9. When I get them, I’ll try again. I wish it were round vs oval. It’s hard to put the patch over it without messing it up! Any sectrets? Thank you! God Bless😇
The lower back and thigh are good sites as these are rarely used for injection /infusion. These are less likely to have subdermal scarring or hard fat deposits. . When I did MDI, I used the FDA G7 site for 6 injections/day whenever I was wearing short sleeves.
I've had great success with chest placement.....I was scared to at first but it has been a very accurate placement. Are you going to make a video addressing apple direct to watch?...Shocked you or Tom haven't yet...I follow you both
I'm over six feet tall and I manage to turn corners and hit door frames and knocked a sensor (different model). I have also disrupted one snagging it on the door opening frame on my car getting out of the car. I think there is a general ergonomics issue for people rather than clumsiness, although that can be a factor too.
I always do the upper side of the arm just below the shoulder as opposed to the back. The back of the arm I’ve always had sensor failures but on the side it works great
That is the worst place for a G7 as when you are sleeping it is so easy to get a compression low. I place it on the top of the arm slightly towards my chest. Then if you side sleep it does on come in contact with pillow or mattress. Thank you for all of your great videos and diabetes tips!
I have never ever worn my Dexcom G7 on the back of my arm. I wear mine on the inside of my arm and on my stomach. I am trying to work up the nerve to try wearing it on my leg and if someone out there could be brave enough Before I try it lol to wear it on there chest area I would appreciate a video on that to see how and where you would place it does it hurt is it comfortable sitting there?
Hello, my question is not about this topic, is about if you cover it when take a shower? I’m new with this device and I don’t find this answer. It’s ok to wet the Dexcom G7? Thanks
You can shower, swim, and hot tub with it on. It’s completely waterproof. Only issue with a lot of swimming is that it might fall off. I use the Skin Grip overlay tape to prevent that from happening
@@DiabetesStrong Thanks. Another question is about accuracy of it because today I checked on my finger and the result of both was different. It shows higher reading on Dexcom G7 . Do I have to check it with the seller? Thanks
I have used mine on my chest. It has never hurt. But if you have trouble with adhesive it's not the place to put it. It's very uncomfortable with an adhesive patch on.
I've also been using G7 since early 2023 without any issues... until a few weeks ago. From one sensor to the next, my skin does not tolerate the glue anymore - I get pain, rashes, red to violet skin for weeks after just a few days of wearing the sensor. I had to revert to alternative sites and still have barely enough good skin remaining for my Omnipods. Dexcom seems to have done some minor changes to the glue - I have zero issues with other companies' patches. It's unnerving to be so dependent on a product that can be changed any time...
oh no, that's unfortunate. Skin Grip has some patches that you can put under the sensor so that the sensor glue doesn't touch your skin. Might be worth looking at: skingrip.com?aff=208
I'm just curious if you have noticed anything different recently. My last refill of the sensors I have noticed a different glue and/or more of it on the sensor. I have also noticed the overlay is also way stickier. It's also not as rigid....found the earlier version easier to put on. It's now flimsier, but stays on much better. I will second your opinion on the Skin Grip. I have used them with my G6 and have them for the G7. Especially liked using them when I was planning on going swimming.
I'm using the new Stelo which is supposed to be the same as the g7 but the instructions say specifically not to place it on the abdomen because you will get inaccurate readings, buti have been thinking of my thigh, so it's good to hear of your experience with that placement. Thanks.
I have the stelo, and my readings on the back of the arm are about 20 points lower than my blood glucose monitor. I'm trying the front of my arm when I can finally move this thing. I don't like the back of the arm!
I wear my G7 on my chest just above the breast where the tissue becomes thicker. The back of my arm has the most thin, delicate skin, and placement there was a disaster. Directions say to avoid very fleshy areas and that is all that is there! I still have marks after 4 months. I tried putting the very first one on my thigh and the sensor failed so I haven't tried it again yet. On my chest, it is out of view and rarely gets compressed. I am 70 and though my skin is in very good shape for my age, the underlying fat layer is growing thin.
A friend suggested on the chest. I started wearing my Dexcom G7 there. It is under my bra strap...so far so good..I am a side sleeper and keep taping on my sensor..4th day it completely fell off. I also kept losing the signal. Now I bought the overlay sensor pads, didn't know about these since I just started using them.
I wear my G7 on my chest 3-4 fingers below my clavicle. I’m a heavier person so I still have enough subcutaneous fat to make it work. It’s been more accurate than my arms and I haven’t had one compression low since I started wearing it there. But I will definitely keep the thigh in mind and give that a try. I’m always looking for alternate places!
Hey just some info that may help if insurance will pay I was almost 300 when I started my journey down this road my self , I’m t2 tho but my suggestion is to talk tour doctor see about getting on MOUNJARO or Ozempic if ur not using it 300 started out last June 13 months later I’m 192 only meds I take now is my MOUNJARO 15 mg A1C from over 12.5 to 5.8
Upper thigh on top for me too. I can’t imagine trying to apply the overpatch with one hand. I need the whole stomach abdomen area for my pump infusion sets.
I’ve worn mine on the abdomen and believe it or not I got it caught on a shopping cart! Thankfully it didn’t come off. I like the front of my upper arm. It allows me to sleep on either side without lying on it and I’ve never had a problem. I have a herniated disc in my neck so back of the arm placement is very difficult for me. Too much twisting and looking over my arm.
Believe it or not both my husband and I wear it on our "chest". Mine is right on the fatty part of my boob. It doesn't hurt at all. Just be sure not to hit the area straight up and down from the nipple as there is a vein there. I was given this suggestion from the training RN from Medtronic. We both get the most accurate readings there!
I just switched from the G6 to the G7. I was so disappointed to see that the back of the arm was the site that was recommended. I always wore the G6 on my abdomen. Thank you for the suggestions!
I switched to the G7 about 2 months ago. I had a hard time pushing the button when using my arm. My endo said I can use my abdomen and it’s been great!
I have been using Dexcom devices for nearly ten years. I HATE the G7. It is too difficult to place the G7 on one's arm. I, too, have had them fall off. The G7 also loses contact with my Tandem X2 pump whenever I walk outside. And, there there is the problem of the G7 failing before the 10-day expiration period.
I get compression lows because I put my sensors on the back/side of my arms and I’m a side sleeper. I want to try the thigh but the top of the thigh has a lot of muscle. And the sensor should not be inserted into muscle. (That’s another reason why I don’t like the calf idea either or the front of the arm because those are muscles.) I will try the stomach. Thank you so much for your videos! I have learned so much.
I rotate from stomach, thigh, front of arm all the time, did so with G6 as well. All have good readings. I did manage to peel the G6 off a few times on the upper front of arm running up against a door (I'm clutzy sometimes) but no issues with G7 so far.
Thank you for this video! I absolutely hate putting my G7 on the back of my arm. It gets knocked off; it irritates my skin; and loses signal often. Because of your video, I NOW have the confidence to try it on ny stomach. I had little to no trouble with wearing the G6 there. Thank you for sharing your results. Also, thanks for reminding us about the 3" rule with respect to insulin injections and the G7 placement. I also use the Omni pod and prefer it on my stomach, too. You ROCK😊!
I have lymphodema in one arm and called Dexcom to see if I could still wear it on that arm and I was told to wear it on my stomach by them. I love wearing it there far more than my arm. the thigh sounds like it could be a good spot also. I do get sensor alerts during the night at times even though the sensor is within 2 feet of me on my nightstand so that is frustrating.
I (29 M) frequently wear my OmniPod 5 on my pecs. I'm fairly lean and have a little muscle but I never have an issue. My hesitation with the G7 in certain areas is the 90 degree insertion angle. Idk, I really want to try out some new spots for the G7 though!!
I will try. I loved how the g6 would stay on my body with no issues but I tried with the g7 on my arm and stomach it doesn’t stay and I would without readings until my next orders. I asked to be switch back to the g6 but it’s not going well. I never thought of the thighs.
Used for years. Tried thigh after watching this and looking in to the subcutaneous fat info and makes sense. Best readings I’ve ever had! Thanks so much
Awesome!
I was having "Sensor error " problems on my arms almost every time. I finally applied the new Sensor to my stomach and haven't had any error messages ! I had never heard about the compression lows before I listened to you !
If I roll over on the side I'm wearing my cgm I get woke up by a fake low alarm. The first time I didn't know what happened so I got up and ate candy
I have been a Dexcom user for over 10 years and have tried many sites. I have finally settled on wearing my sensors on the upper buttocks a little more toward the hip and below my underwear band on either side (rotate back and forth) ever since the G6 came out. It is protected by clothes and is the most discreet location on the body for me and can't see it even with a swimsuit on. Never had a problem with insertion or accuracy and I always use an overpatch. To me it is one of the most underrated locations and I LOVE IT!
Thank you for this excellent resource for T1D diabetics!
Thanks so much for these. I'm a new user and side sleeper so I can't wait to get this sensor off my arm 😂 will definitely be trying belly or thigh area for the next one!
Me too! I've got 11 days left and I can't wait to move it off the back of my arm 😮💨😤
I started wearing the G7 in 2023 (Never had the G6 or prior versions). I have always worn it on the back of my arm. I wear it a little lower and more inside than you do in the very fatty area. I have never had a problem with it. I even sleep on my arm, too! Oh wait I had a problem with one a couple weeks ago that just never paired so they sent me a replacement. But I have never had a problem with it falling off or compression readings nothing like that. I love it. I wish I could wear it on my stomach but I have 2 chihuahua's that think my stomach is a trampoline, so... 😂
completely agree with wearing it on the stomach. Best readings I have had and very few signal loss.
Wow! Keen insights. I have been afraid to place the G7 anywhere but where Dexcom dictated. And have had many more failures than I did with my G6.
Im new to the G7 and im 8 days into my first one...the Dr placed it on the back of my arm and my readings are 100pts lower than my glucometer making it difficult to know how much insulin to take. I never had this trouble with the Libre3...so im glad i caught this video...im DEFINITELY changing placement! Thank You!
Have you had any success with calibrating the sensor?
@DiabetesStrong I have calibrated both the glucometer and the G7 and I have the sensor on my tummy...still no change. I KNOW im running high...the machine shows 402 and my sensor says 134...By the way I feel I can tell my glucometer is closer to accurate
@DiabetesStrong I cant get into my Dr until Nov 19...i just don't feel like the sensor is tracking normally at all. Ive ordered a new machine too
Thigh is my absolute favorite and it’s been the most accurate for me, Thank you for your incredible teaching!
Thank you for this video! I don't want everyone to know my health history and wearing it on the arm scandalizes my privacy. So, I am glad to know that I can wear it else wear. Thanks a bunch!
Great Info! I am a side sleeper and It is hard to sleep on left side 10 day then change to right side for 10 days to stop compression lows. The next sensor I am going to try is the spot you are using on the inner thigh. That looks like a great spot. Side note I seemed to get better reading in my right arm as opposed to the left arm. This seemed to be consistent since I went to G7 sensor on the arm. Thanks again for all you do for us diabetics.
The same is happening to me. R arm readings are fine, L arm readings are worthless. I have had to remove several failed sensors from my L arm.
@@karlahernandez5750 @fredirle7173 Me too. I eventually stopped wearing it on my arms altogether but do you have any thoughts on why this might be happening?
I have the opposite - I can get good readings on my left arm, but the right arm gets poor readings or just fails early.
I'm going to try thigh because I am also a klutz who whacks the CGM on everything. Also, anyone else catch it on your seatbelt in the car?
I have knocked three sensors off the back of my arm. I will try my thigh next time I do have the most luck with my stomach though! Thx for your helpful video and I’m glad I’m not the only one with this issue!
Thank you for sharing this insightful content. As a Medical Doctor and Endocrinologist, I find it fascinating how small adjustments to the sensor placement-sometimes as little as an inch-can significantly impact its effectiveness. Some of my patients have also reported they find that one arm, leg, or side of the abdomen often works noticeably better than the other side. It's a reminder of how individual variability plays a critical role in optimizing sensor performance.
Thank you so much for sharing that
GEEZ I heart the alert sound at 4:08 and instinctively checked my won phone 🤣I was just diagnosed with t1d, your videos have been so informative. Thank you!
😆 I should have a trigger alert! Thank you for watching, I’m glad they’re helpful.
Sounds good! I’ll try my next G7 on my thigh. The adhesive is MIGHTY STICKY & as my under arm skin has gotten loose with age, the adhesive pulls it like Gumby.
I have used G7 1 time and taking it off was excruciating from the back of my batwing arm....
I DON'T wear my G7 sensor on my arms due to an arm injury and arthritis. BUT the main reason I don't want it on my arms is to keep my T2DM diagnosis confidential. That totally prevents inappropriate comments & inaccurate medical suggestions from others. Some folks tend to become the Carb Monitoring Police. Placing my sensors out-of-sight blocks that. When I switched from G6 to G7, I talked to my internal med physician about wearing the G7 above my waist; and he ok'd that. I always have good connectivity; however, my skin does become sore in spots so your suggestions on other possible sites is most helpful.
I had never heard about the compression lows before so I really appreciate that information! THANKS!
Thank you for sharing. And I'm glad you and your doctor have talked about alternative placements
Me either, it's been 1 year and a half now.
new to the CGM, in fact have to replace my sensor for the 1st time today. I am going try the stomach. Thank you, very informational vid!!🙏🏽❤
Good luck!
Thank you! I just started this device and found large discrepancies is my numbers!
I am so glad I’m not the only one who’s knocked off their G7 on a door.
I have only had 2 sensors I haven't knocked off on some way 😢
Thanks for a great video. Been wearing my G6 and now G7 on my upper thighs (Doctor approved) for over five years with NO ISSUES.
I rotate legs and different areas so never have a negative skin reaction. Side sleeping never a problem.
Great to hear!
Thanks for this topic. I wear the G7 on my abdomen but will try the upper thigh. I’ve had a few technical issues with my G7 and the Dexcom customer service has been great. They have replaced my transmitter even when I tell them I’ve worn it on my abdomen.
I always wear the patch over it now! On and off with the sports bra is the worst on the back of the arm! Have to have the black over-patch!
Wow! I just started with one on Monday of this week and didn't know of the options. Thanks.
Glad to see this video, I bump my g7 all the time when I sleep on my back…it’s annoying..plus I get plenty of signal loss which happens from bumping..now I know why I get low sugar warnings at night, I sit up and my sugar goes back to normal without juice..
Just wanted to add that I probably need replacements 2-3 times a year and I’ve always been honest about my site placement and there has never been an issue.
Thank you for adding that. Great to know
I wish that was the case for me. Bc i am an honest person and hate lying, when asked i told the truth about having on my abdomen. And both times they have refused to replace them for me 😭 said bc i didnt use them as directed by the FDA that they could not replace.
I have knocked mine off so many times. I get those lows in the middle of the night waking up everyone. When I asked the manufacturer about other locations was told no where else was approved. I do put mine on the high upper arm because I do water aerobics and this keeps it from being submerged the entire hour class.
I am having signal issues with the direct to watch feature with the sensor on the back of my arm. I will try my stomach because I tend to get better readings there.
I'm new at this 'game' and I was told to place the sensor on the back of my arm. I haven't had any issues with it but I think I'm going to put the next one on my stomach. The receiver constantly tells me that the signal is lost. We shall see if there is a difference. Thank you for the information.
This is so helpful as I have been following the strict orders from Dexcom. Have only tried one other place than the top of my right arm and it didn't go so well. Time to try new things. Again, so helpful. Thank you.
there is an interview with the Dexcom CEO where he mentions that is approved for different sites in EU and that there is no difference between the dexcoms sold in EU vs USA. I think that was his disclaimer for US that you don't have to place just on the back of the arm.
Side sleeper here; I hate the arms and the constant compression lows. Team abdomen mostly. I did like the forearm and thigh but my second fav is mid chest. That was my most accurate. I seem to switch to abdomen in summer and the other sites in winter.
thank you for these recommendations! The Dexcom G7 sensor easily bruises the back of my arms and I bump it frequently. I will meet with my healthcare professional to discuss placement on my thigh!.
My experience with Dexcom G7 has been bit of problem with blood sugar levels from sensor vs Accu-Chek. Calibration on Dexcom sensor is required frequently.
Inside arm near arm pit and abdominal is my go to
I have a Libre 14 day and like wearing it on my chest...where even with a bathing suit, it can't be seen, doesn't get bumped off and is within easy reach for scanning. Accuracy is good too!
Woah! I haven't considered this placement before 🤯 Can you please elaborate a bit on where exactly? assuming right on the boob where there's more fatty tissue - if you're looking at you head on and your boob is a clock, at what hour? sorry if this is graphic lol I'm very interested in trying this.
@@klassicmeg I had watched Type One Talks on various sites he has used and decided to try the chest. NOTE: Libre is a bit smaller than Dexacom and they do not support any site other than back of the arm. I place it at 12 o'clock sort of where the shoulder strap of a bra meets the cup (where it is still protected under the bra). I tried to make a bra photo and put a mark on it, but see we can't upload photos on TH-cam comments. Hope that helps.
You must be very small breasted woman. My wife has such a tuff time of it.
You must be very small breasted woman. My wife has such a tuff time of it.
@kathypeterman2886 I am curious, too. Where exactly, please? Heard of this before, but am way too scared to try...
Thank you for the alternate areas because the back of the arm is gotta be the most stupid place for an approved recommendation. I have too many signal losses, and I have a lot of compression lows.
I put my G7 2 inches below my collarbone and 2 inches from my shoulder joint. I get spot-on glucose numbers always.
Thanks for your video. Im switching back to the upper outside of my arm where i used to place my G6 I cant get the extra patch on when putting it on the back of my arm and i to rub it against things.
Thanks Christel for these suggestions. I have been using the back of my arm so far.
I wear mine on my chest (I’m a woman), about 4 fingers width from my collarbone. It’s my favorite placement and it’s extremely accurate!
That's REALLY interesting! Are you measuring 4 fingers down right above your breathing, chest , or...? I'd REALLY like to try this. I'm a woman too, by the way! 😊
Yes, wearing Libre 2, second sensor on chest (female) and, coincidentally, about the same measurement from collar bone. It's comfortable, sits under bra strap, or just lower, not likely to be knocked off, no compression lows either. Apart from the 'wear on back of arm' license, I haven't found an issue yet. Also, don't supprt it with other adhesives as I'm allergice to them all, but I've, so far, not seen any of the sensor starting to peel off, or become loose etc. I'd recommend it ;)
@@shellyscorner so if you use the left side put your right hand over your chest and you right index finger aligned next to your collarbone. Measure about 3-4 fingers down and there is your placement. Your thumb should be touching or close to the hollow of your throat
@advancedspecimencollection4740 THANK YOU! The next time I change my Dexcom I'm tryin' it!
OMG, yes a million times to the chest. I'm new to the game but I tried on the back of my arm and one got knocked out of position and I always ended up laying on it. Then I tried my other arm and hit a vein real bad. Both resulted in way mature end of life. Then I tried chest which I saw was an option for more active people and my goodness the accuracy and ease of placement was very eye-opening. Like why isn't this a recommended placement?! And I sleep on my stomach and there's been no issues overnight.
I have a t slim insulin pump so I have 2 things inserted at all times. I am a side sleeper and when I tried the lower back I kept getting alerts that the pump and phone could not get readings.
I was looking for another spot for my G7, and thank you for giving me the solution.
I hate the compression lows, hence changed my alarm tone to something less annoying. Thankfully I have not had that problem lately, and have only knocked off my sensor once. The back of arm is annoying sometimes as a side sleeper, and I use my arms a lot doing projects, and by the end of two weeks it’s barely hanging on most of the time.
I put my libre 2 on the day before the old one expires, heard it can be more accurate that way. The latest one I put on hit a vein, and wasn’t sure it was going to work, but it seems to be working right now after a couple days of reading high.
Thank you for the information I'm wearing my dexcom 7 under my arm but now I know where to wear it.
Front upper thigh is my favorite G6 placement and I will definitely try G7 there when I switch over!
I was getting pressure "Lows" from my arms, when viewing tv while laying on the bed, also am a side sleeper and it was happening there too. Best location I have found is on my chest below the collar bone and away from the arm pit area. Very accurate when compared to my finger sticks. Had ONE G7 that failed when blood got on the filament, upon removal the G7 Filament was no where to be found? Odd!
That is odd. Do you think it’s still stuck in your body?
Great video. I have been living with Type 1 since 1990. I have been on the pump for 24 years and using a CGM since their release. I just stopped wearing the G7 on the back of my arm. I was constantly losing communication with my pump. Since changing the location, I rarely lose communication. Thanks for suggesting the additional sites.
Where did you move it to?
Waiting for the same answer
Thank you so much for this video I’ve been having nothing but frustration with the back of my arm and calling Dexcom support just about makes me wanna throw my sensor to the moon
I got permission from my doctor to use the G7 on my abdomen as any other location is difficult for me to apply. Dexcom has it on record and have not given me any issues on replacing any sensor which I have an issue with. But I don't think any of them are due to the placement. Just bad calibration readings mostly.
I've only used the G7 sensors on the back of my arm and other than an occasional compression low while sleeping I haven't had any issues. As I'm typing this I could not tell you which arm the G7 is on without feeling for it. It's that unobtrusive for me.
I've started putting on a new sensor but not activating it until the grace period is up on the old one. That way I have no waiting period at all and don't need to calibrate with finger sticks as much.
I have been putting my libre 2 on the day before the old one expires as suggested by a TH-camr. Probably more accurate that way.
I feel you as far as not being able to feel it on your arms. Sometimes, I forget where it's at and put my blood pressure cuff over it... 😂😂😂 whoopsie!
I've worn mine on my back, like close to the shoulder blade, and I also wear my Omnipod 5 on my back. Inner forearm and also outer forearm. Chest but only on the right side and at the very top of the deltoid. My thighs react badly to the cannulas so I don't use that site anymore.
i am on g6 at the moment, changing to g7 soon. in the uk. i wear my g6 on my thigh too. i sleep on my sides and toss and turn. no issues with it there at all
My sensor placement right above my elbow behind it not on side of it. It worked very well and no lost connection. I don't do stomach anymore. I would have a hard time to place in my back. My thigh would be a no-no. I am hairy down there. I don't to shave either.
Just came across this video, I wish I saw this video earlier today, just got my first dexcom g7 today, and I put it upper arm, I had another device I put on back of my arm, it kept falling off when I put it there, when I have to change it, I'll put it elsewhere
I cannot wear it on my thigh or stomach because I have waaay too much scar tissue built up in those areas because I have been a T1D for 48 years and always got or gave myself my injections in my stomach or my thighs. Plus I am a VERY AGGRESSIVE stomach sleeper. I love-love-LOVE to wear it on any part of my arm. I am also not afraid tonwear it on either side of my shins or back of my calves.
Have always used my thigh. Its incognito when swimming and accurate results. Not sure why dexcom frowns on it. Why?
ALWAYS on the abdomen for me, for over 8 years. G6 works like magic there. so should the G7?
I’m going to try the thigh. I use the forearm periodically and like it. It’s comfortable, and more accurate than the back of my arm.
I never knew forearm was an option. I’m a bigger girl and thigh sounds great when not wearing jeans.
Wow! Never heard of th forearm before!! Where exactly do you place it then, please? I am in need of new areas...
I wear my Libre 3 on the front of my arm and never had problems. I am considering switching to the G7 and would probably keep using the front of the arm
Back of the arm is AWFUL...I've lost too many G7's to a casual bump against a door or wall. Thanks for the recommendations!
I just put in my first g7 sensor yesterday and between the errors from laying on my side and me smacking it on a door frame and ripping it out, it made it about 24 hours 😫 so thanks for this video, these will definitely be tried out!
😬 oh no, how annoying. Glad the video helps
Thank you for this! It was really educational, this helped out a lot to understand where the best spots are! I’ve been living with type one for my whole life, so thanks for helping me out! P.S My favorite spot is on my stomach 😊
Glad it was helpful!
My endo gave me several g7’s to try. The first one was placed by his nurse. We couldn’t get it to pair no matter what. Then I tried the 2nd one at home. It worked fine until the 3rd day. Then it said failed and replace. The 3rd one was my fault. I placed it on the back and kinda on the side of my upper arm. It was working perfectly until I ran into the door frame! Now, I’m awaiting 9. When I get them, I’ll try again. I wish it were round vs oval. It’s hard to put the patch over it without messing it up! Any sectrets? Thank you! God Bless😇
The lower back and thigh are good sites as these are rarely used for injection /infusion. These are less likely to have subdermal scarring or hard fat deposits. . When I did MDI, I used the FDA G7 site for 6 injections/day whenever I was wearing short sleeves.
I've had great success with chest placement.....I was scared to at first but it has been a very accurate placement. Are you going to make a video addressing apple direct to watch?...Shocked you or Tom haven't yet...I follow you both
Thank you, my biggest concerns for the back of arm, are compression problems during sleep and pain.
I'm over six feet tall and I manage to turn corners and hit door frames and knocked a sensor (different model). I have also disrupted one snagging it on the door opening frame on my car getting out of the car. I think there is a general ergonomics issue for people rather than clumsiness, although that can be a factor too.
Glad to hear it's not just me :-)
I always do the upper side of the arm just below the shoulder as opposed to the back. The back of the arm I’ve always had sensor failures but on the side it works great
Thank you for sharing
That is the worst place for a G7 as when you are sleeping it is so easy to get a compression low. I place it on the top of the arm slightly towards my chest. Then if you side sleep it does on come in contact with pillow or mattress. Thank you for all of your great videos and diabetes tips!
I always use the front of my arm. Weird thing, my left arm is always spot on with readings. My right arm takes a day or some calibration "updates".
Same here. 😊
I have never ever worn my Dexcom G7 on the back of my arm. I wear mine on the inside of my arm and on my stomach. I am trying to work up the nerve to try wearing it on my leg and if someone out there could be brave enough Before I try it lol to wear it on there chest area I would appreciate a video on that to see how and where you would place it does it hurt is it comfortable sitting there?
I don’t think I’ll be the one doing a chest site video. I’m too chicken for that 😅
I wear mine on the tricep tilted slightly inward towards the inside of the arm.
It is hard to reach it and put a protector on it
I am definitely trying the thigh at my next sensor change !!! Thanks for the advice 😎
I just started the G7, my endo had me apply it to the back of my arm but said I could use my stomach.
Hello, my question is not about this topic, is about if you cover it when take a shower?
I’m new with this device and I don’t find this answer.
It’s ok to wet the Dexcom G7? Thanks
You can shower, swim, and hot tub with it on. It’s completely waterproof. Only issue with a lot of swimming is that it might fall off. I use the Skin Grip overlay tape to prevent that from happening
@@DiabetesStrong Thanks.
Another question is about accuracy of it because today I checked on my finger and the result of both was different.
It shows higher reading on Dexcom G7 . Do I have to check it with the seller? Thanks
@@Lidiabor check out this video on accuracy, when to calibrate and when to contact Dexcom th-cam.com/video/yjeNSKDnxUY/w-d-xo.html
I have used mine on my chest. It has never hurt. But if you have trouble with adhesive it's not the place to put it. It's very uncomfortable with an adhesive patch on.
Thank you for sharing
Thanks for your video - I am getting more consistent and more accurate readings by placing the Dexcom G7 on my upper thigh.
IMO the best position is the upper inner arm, keeping your pump on the same side for communication 🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆
Thanks for the guidance! The arm is just too much of an issue with side sleeping.
I've also been using G7 since early 2023 without any issues... until a few weeks ago. From one sensor to the next, my skin does not tolerate the glue anymore - I get pain, rashes, red to violet skin for weeks after just a few days of wearing the sensor. I had to revert to alternative sites and still have barely enough good skin remaining for my Omnipods. Dexcom seems to have done some minor changes to the glue - I have zero issues with other companies' patches. It's unnerving to be so dependent on a product that can be changed any time...
oh no, that's unfortunate. Skin Grip has some patches that you can put under the sensor so that the sensor glue doesn't touch your skin. Might be worth looking at: skingrip.com?aff=208
I'm just curious if you have noticed anything different recently. My last refill of the sensors I have noticed a different glue and/or more of it on the sensor. I have also noticed the overlay is also way stickier. It's also not as rigid....found the earlier version easier to put on. It's now flimsier, but stays on much better.
I will second your opinion on the Skin Grip. I have used them with my G6 and have them for the G7. Especially liked using them when I was planning on going swimming.
I'm using the new Stelo which is supposed to be the same as the g7 but the instructions say specifically not to place it on the abdomen because you will get inaccurate readings, buti have been thinking of my thigh, so it's good to hear of your experience with that placement. Thanks.
I have the stelo, and my readings on the back of the arm are about 20 points lower than my blood glucose monitor. I'm trying the front of my arm when I can finally move this thing. I don't like the back of the arm!
I wear my G7 on my chest just above the breast where the tissue becomes thicker. The back of my arm has the most thin, delicate skin, and placement there was a disaster. Directions say to avoid very fleshy areas and that is all that is there! I still have marks after 4 months. I tried putting the very first one on my thigh and the sensor failed so I haven't tried it again yet. On my chest, it is out of view and rarely gets compressed. I am 70 and though my skin is in very good shape for my age, the underlying fat layer is growing thin.
A friend suggested on the chest. I started wearing my Dexcom G7 there. It is under my bra strap...so far so good..I am a side sleeper and keep taping on my sensor..4th day it completely fell off. I also kept losing the signal. Now I bought the overlay sensor pads, didn't know about these since I just started using them.
Good video I am going to try my thigh as I have had my different monitors since Vietnam...thanks and I will keep watching
I wear mine mostly in the concave area at the end of my clavicle next to rotater in my shoulder
I wear my G7 on my chest 3-4 fingers below my clavicle. I’m a heavier person so I still have enough subcutaneous fat to make it work. It’s been more accurate than my arms and I haven’t had one compression low since I started wearing it there. But I will definitely keep the thigh in mind and give that a try. I’m always looking for alternate places!
Hey just some info that may help if insurance will pay I was almost 300 when I started my journey down this road my self , I’m t2 tho but my suggestion is to talk tour doctor see about getting on MOUNJARO or Ozempic if ur not using it 300 started out last June 13 months later I’m 192 only meds I take now is my MOUNJARO 15 mg A1C from over 12.5 to 5.8
Just above elbow crease inside upper arm, insertion hole pointing towards wrist side.
Upper thigh is my favorite spot too! (I’m a side sleeper, so arm sites are compression low hell for me. 😂)
That's an incredibly accurate description; "compression low hell" 😆
Upper thigh on top for me too. I can’t imagine trying to apply the overpatch with one hand. I need the whole stomach abdomen area for my pump infusion sets.
Same!
I wear my G7 on my chest beneath my wide bra strap. I’m a side sleeper and find it doesn’t wake me up with false readings.
Upper thigh for me. Ive knocked it off my arm umpteen times.
I’ve worn mine on the abdomen and believe it or not I got it caught on a shopping cart! Thankfully it didn’t come off. I like the front of my upper arm. It allows me to sleep on either side without lying on it and I’ve never had a problem. I have a herniated disc in my neck so back of the arm placement is very difficult for me. Too much twisting and looking over my arm.
Omg! That happened to me the other day.
Believe it or not both my husband and I wear it on our "chest". Mine is right on the fatty part of my boob. It doesn't hurt at all. Just be sure not to hit the area straight up and down from the nipple as there is a vein there. I was given this suggestion from the training RN from Medtronic. We both get the most accurate readings there!
Does it get ripped out by a seatbelt?
@@peacefrog0521
Mine has not been ripped out by the seatbelt. I do have a padded cover on my seatbelt that I think would help avoid this also.
I just switched from the G6 to the G7. I was so disappointed to see that the back of the arm was the site that was recommended. I always wore the G6 on my abdomen. Thank you for the suggestions!
I switched to the G7 about 2 months ago. I had a hard time pushing the button when using my arm. My endo said I can use my abdomen and it’s been great!
I have been using Dexcom devices for nearly ten years. I HATE the G7. It is too difficult to place the G7 on one's arm. I, too, have had them fall off. The G7 also loses contact with my Tandem X2 pump whenever I walk outside. And, there there is the problem of the G7 failing before the 10-day expiration period.
I get compression lows because I put my sensors on the back/side of my arms and I’m a side sleeper. I want to try the thigh but the top of the thigh has a lot of muscle. And the sensor should not be inserted into muscle. (That’s another reason why I don’t like the calf idea either or the front of the arm because those are muscles.) I will try the stomach. Thank you so much for your videos! I have learned so much.
I rotate from stomach, thigh, front of arm all the time, did so with G6 as well. All have good readings. I did manage to peel the G6 off a few times on the upper front of arm running up against a door (I'm clutzy sometimes) but no issues with G7 so far.
Thank you for this video! I absolutely hate putting my G7 on the back of my arm. It gets knocked off; it irritates my skin; and loses signal often. Because of your video, I NOW have the confidence to try it on ny stomach. I had little to no trouble with wearing the G6 there. Thank you for sharing your results. Also, thanks for reminding us about the 3" rule with respect to insulin injections and the G7 placement. I also use the Omni pod and prefer it on my stomach, too. You ROCK😊!
Thank you 😊
Young lady, your experience and advice is ALWAYS ON POINT. Much appreciated and THANK YOU SO! 💯👍👏👏
You are so welcome
As a guy with much more hair and an OmniPod user recently so i have more issues as they have to be in line of site of the G7.
I have lymphodema in one arm and called Dexcom to see if I could still wear it on that arm and I was told to wear it on my stomach by them. I love wearing it there far more than my arm. the thigh sounds like it could be a good spot also. I do get sensor alerts during the night at times even though the sensor is within 2 feet of me on my nightstand so that is frustrating.
I (29 M) frequently wear my OmniPod 5 on my pecs. I'm fairly lean and have a little muscle but I never have an issue. My hesitation with the G7 in certain areas is the 90 degree insertion angle. Idk, I really want to try out some new spots for the G7 though!!
I will try. I loved how the g6 would stay on my body with no issues but I tried with the g7 on my arm and stomach it doesn’t stay and I would without readings until my next orders. I asked to be switch back to the g6 but it’s not going well. I never thought of the thighs.
You most likely will need to add an overlay tape for the thighs. In my experience one without a cutout is ideal