Lo que se necesita para comenzar
Sensor
Sensor uses a thin, flexible filament inserted just under the skin to measure glucose levels every minute.
Controller
Smart cap displays dosing recommendations for manual insulin delivery through multiple daily injections.
Receiver
Smartcap is used to scan the sensor and displays dosage information directly on the screen and smart mobile device.
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What is Bigfoot Unity?
Integration with the Freestyle Libre 2
How to Use Bigfoot Unity
Detalles del dispositivo
Affordability and Access
$$$$
Monthly mail-order package includes all the supplies needed, for a regular subscription price or insurance-covered copay with no upfront costs.
Data Monitoring Options
Yes
Data from the iCGM and time-of-dose data from the smart caps are automatically uploaded to the cloud.
Data View Options
Yes
Data can be viewed on the Bigfoot Unity mobile app but dosage recommendations, glucose readings, and glucose trends will display directly on the smart cap.
Duration and Storage
28-day pen 14-day sensor
Sensor lasts for 14 days, insulin pen lasts for up to 28 days, smart cap is rechargeable. Sensor works between 50ºF - 113ºF and pens can be kept at room temperature for up to 28 days.
Vision / Auditory / Dexterity
NO text to speech
NO vibration alerts
A LOT of dexterity needed
Consideraciones del paciente
Confort
Many components. Have to carry pens, smart caps, pen needles, and CGM is attached to the body.
Estilo de Vida Activo
Light on body. Pens are easy to use and do not remain attached to the body, senor is light on the body.
Evitar los Altibajos
Limited customizability. System integrates the FreeStyle Libre 2 CGM for high/low alerts but requires manual dose adjustment and limits the ability to adjust basal insulin throughout the day.
Fácil de Usar
Simple design. One-button device with easy to read display.
Fácil Dosificación de Insulina
Dosing recommendations. Displays dosing recommendations and reminders for long-acting insulin.
Menos Pinchazos en Los Dedos
Factory-calibrated sensor. Finger sticks needed for backup only.
Privacidad
Hideable. Pens are portable but visible when in use. Frequent injections are unavoidable. Sensor is the smallest option available.
Bigfoot Unity es un sistema inteligente de dosificación de insulina que consta de tapas para plumas inteligentes Bigfoot (para plumas de insulina de acción corta y prolongada), el MCG FreeStyle Libre 2 de Abbott, una aplicación móvil, y un medidor de glucosa en sangre fabricado por AgaMatrix.