FreeStyle Libre Placement Guidelines

Critical Considerations for Accurate Readings

• The American Diabetes Association and other guideline societies recommend avoiding placement of the FreeStyle Libre sensor on areas with scars, lipohypertrophy, or skin irritation, as these compromise accuracy 1
• The Mayo Clinic and other medical institutions advise against placing sensors where clothing or activities may cause frequent bumping or premature detachment, and recommend maintaining fingerstick blood glucose monitoring capability as backup, particularly when sensor readings seem incongruent with symptoms 2, 3