Diabetics typically go through several glucose monitors before finding one that fits their lifestyle and with which they feel most comfortable. There are many more options for monitoring and managing glucose levels than in the past, including technological upgrades to glucose meters that can make testing and tracking more convenient.
Today’s options for monitoring blood sugar levels include mobile technology and wearable sensors that require no finger pricks, blood samples, or test strips. They’re typically more expensive and insurance companies may or may not consider them an approvable expense. However, they’re extremely convenient and fit better into multiple lifestyles.
Wearable Tech
One of the newest options is a wearable monitor that consists of two parts – a sensor and a meter. Individuals simply attach a small sensor to their upper arm. To obtain a reading, they pass the meter over the sensor. The wearable sensor and meter combinations are lightweight and eliminate the need for finger pricks. Some models can be used in conjunction with insulin pumps, while others don’t have that capability.
Digital Tech
Glucose monitors are now taking advantage of the digital age. Some have USB connectors and resemble a thumb drive. Individuals simply test and plug the monitor into a computer, laptop, or tablet. Information about testing times and results are automatically loaded into an online graph to chart changes and trends in personal glucose levels.
Wireless monitors are also available that measure glucose levels and send the information to a mobile device. Models are available that send the information to the individual, while others can be programmed to also deliver the data to the individual’s physician.
On the Horizon
Anyone that wants to upgrade their glucose monitor has multiple options from which to choose that exist now and are currently on the market. It’s important that individuals research each monitor to decide which one fits their lifestyle needs for ease and convenience.
As science searches for new ways to test blood glucose levels without finger pricks, a variety of new methods are being explored for different circumstances in the future. They range from fluorescent “tattoos” and contact lenses to infrared light readers.
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