How to Apply FreeStyle Libre / Quick And Easy Sensor Insertion Tutorial

I demonstrate how to insert FreeStyle Libre sensor. The application is quick and easy with no pain.

With your FreeStyle Libre sensor you will no longer need to prick your fingers and you will be able to monitor your blood sugar 24/7 by scanning the sensor with the FreeStyle Libre reader or your mobile phone.

0:00 Intro
0:45 FreeStyle Libre package content
0:55 Sensor site selection
1:16 Skin preparation
1:30 FreeStyle Libre sensor prepartion
2:10 FreeStyle Libre sensor application
2:26 FreeStyle Libre sensor activation
3:13 Supported phones for FreeStyle Libre

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[huongtran]

Thanks for keeping it simple and short. Other took 10 mins for the intro

[poppaandpuff]

This video really helped me get over my fear or the needle because you are absolutely correct when you said it doesn’t hurt. Having somebody to follow along with and apply at the same time was so great. Thank you for putting this out there

[williambarton]

I’ve been type 1 for 43 years and just started using this. Your video has been a great help and much better to follow than the instructions provided. Than you so much!

[kokyuubiv]

Thank you so much for this video. I'm terrified of needles and avoided tracking my glucose for years because I'd have full blown anxiety attacks every time I tried to test. Absolutely correct that it doesn't hurt. I was more startled by the clicking noise than anything else.

[bobbiecooper]

Thank you so so much. I assisted my mother who is applying unit for first time. She was apprehensive at first, but your mention of "it won't hurt" calmed her fear. Your directions were spot on. We got it inserted...yah

[fredsieber]

Thank you! Our dog just came down with diabetes and the vet recommended this for her. We have been paying to have the vet put it in. After your video I am able to do it!

[matt_fs]

After 2 and a half years of requesting my healthcare system and independently researching where to access this sacred CGM, I finally got my FreeStyle libre! I am seriously stoked! In Cyprus, healthcare does not offer CGMs and buying without a prescription is not only expensive but usually impossible due to being unavailable on most stores online/offline.

I was hoping for the #3 generation CGM but in the end I was able only to get the 1st generation, beggars can't be choosers. I just installed the first sensor and waiting for the calibration to begin readings. Waiting a while now for my fingers to heal after all these years haha. Super excited!

[jb]

Thanks for your video. I just got my Libre 2, and applied the sensor for the first time. There was literally no pain.

[oliviadurrer]

So helpful!! This was my first time applying the sensor and you made it seem so simple and easy. Thank you very much!

[LoonWitch]

Thank you so much! The first sensor my doctor put on for me because I was too scared to do it myself…. but I watched your video and put the second one on by myself - it really was so easy! Much appreciated!!!

[lorenzwiedemar]

Thanks a lot for this detailed instructions. My wife got a typ-1 diagnosis two weeks ago, and today it was time for the first sensor exchange. Unfortunately she was very uncertain about the procedure and only vagely remembered the instructions she received from the medics who taught her in the use of the LibreView sensor and software suite.
Thank's to your video I could lend a hand and guide her through the process.

[nicoleramirez]

Thank you Tom this really helped my Daughter she's been a diabetic for four years!

[nyesilas]

I seriously just did this as watching you and thank you so much! The last video I watched this girl was scared of needles and didn't make it easy for me to do this on my own. Thank you again!!!

[kalimav]

Thank you so much for this! I'm terrified of needles so my first application was a lot of panic until I found this 💖

[kristym]

Thank you so much!! I had one Libre expire because I was afraid to put it on- with your video it went on so easily and didn’t hurt at all. I am now watching all of your videos they are a big help! 🥰stay well & happy!

[toquendo]

Thank you so much. So many people make things so hard to understand trying to sound intelligent. This video was GRACFULLY done. God bless and enjoy your life.

[davidandnidia]

I've just started using the Libre 2 and you videos have been very helpful. Thank you.

[judybonard]

Thanks. This was an excellent video. Now I can put this on my husbands arm and do it correctly. Very easy the way you presented it.

[amandabunson]

Thank you! I'm having my pancreas removed in 2 weeks and they're starting me on the libre tonight. I'm so thankful for your videos

[matthew]

Thank you for your clear explanation for applying this - the instructions that come with the Freestyle Libre are not much help - This video is brilliant and helped me overcome any anxieties :)