FreeStyle Libre – Useful Tips for Sensor Use & Data Accuracy

Date9/8/2025 12:26:50 PM
This guide offers essential advice for maximizing sensor effectiveness and data reliability, covering water resistance (up to 1 meter for 30 minutes), safe injection placement (keep insulin ≥2.5 cm away from the sensor), and airline travel precautions (avoid full-body scanners, but the sensor is safe through metal detectors). It also emphasizes avoiding electromagnetic medical imaging like MRI or X-rays, setting accurate time zones for trend tracking, and encouraging users to log notes—such as meals, insulin, or exercise—within 15 minutes of scanning for better insights.