t:slim X2 pump on rides?

[Adora]

Anyone have experience?
Tandem says "Very powerful electromagnets are sometimes used on “free-fall” or thrill rides. We recommend that you remove your t:slim Pump and do not take it on these types of rides. Also, you should disconnect the infusion set from your body while on high-speed/high-gravity roller coasters."

I'm wondering if I should go on needles when I'm away. I know it will ruin my sugars (which will already be screwed from the August heat) but it might be easier than dealing with that kind of BS. I'm feeling truely frustrated
Maybe I should take my old Medtronic pump with me. I don't know.

Any experiences that someone can give me? TIA

 

[lostprincess_danie]

Hi, me again. Take a breather. The thrill ride warnings are also for minimed pumps, really any pump with tubing. It's because the sudden change in movement/velocity/altitude can cause pressure changes within the insulin cartridge and tubing that can //possibly// lead to incorrect insulin delivery via the pump. So if you need reassurance, simply disconnect your pump site during the ride and reconnect later. From a previous post, you indicated wearing a dexcom so that's great! You'll be able to see in real time if your BS is changing in a way that may indicate insulin dosing has been affected and adjust accordingly with a snack or bolus.

Edited to add: I've probably played it a little too fast and loose with my pump on rides. I avoid bringing it through the security scanners at the entrances to the parks. But once inside, I just let it and my dexcom do their thing like usual.

 

[lostprincess_danie]

Tandem says "Very powerful electromagnets are sometimes used on “free-fall” or thrill rides. We recommend that you remove your t:slim Pump and do not take it on these types of rides. Also, you should disconnect the infusion set from your body while on high-speed/high-gravity roller coasters."

Disney has official info on this and that's to speak to guest relations. Of course.
https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/guest-services/guests-with-disabilities/

Magnetic Fields
Common equipment, such as electric motors and radios, that produce electric and magnetic fields are utilized extensively throughout the world and also within our Resorts. These fields are generally no greater than you would experience in any urban environment or may be exposed to through common household appliances such as vacuum cleaners and hair dryers.

If you—or any member of your party—has questions regarding the above, you may speak with a Guest Relations Cast Member for details.

Know that many pumpers enjoy the park every day. Some with modifications to their daily pumping routines, some without. It's best to talk to your doctor and your tandem rep if this is really freaking you out.

 

[gap2368]

I have been to Disney with my pump going today for 6 day even without any problems

 

[Adora]

OK, Honestly the disconnecting doesn't bother me as much. I can do that easy, it's the part that says remove it and don't take it with you. I was like *** that's not easy to say or do imho. I don't want the pump to just stop working obviously. So I just need other people to say their pump hasn't died when on the rides. Basically to pat me on the head and say it's gonna be ok.
(The tandem and dexcom for me are pretty new, before that I had only one pump since 2012)

 

[abbyandangel]

My DD wears a Tandem and Dexcom. She rode everything that could be a concern multiple times on our last 10 day trip. She’s had diabetes for 20 years and been on a pump and sensor for 10 trips with no problems. She never disconnects. We once did ToT several times in a row because it was a walk-on. We may have been careful the first trip because I was careful about everything back then but now we don’t even think about it. Maybe she should disconnect if we remember this next trip.

 

[elvispursley]

I have a t:slim x2 and have done the "thrill" rides at both DLR and WDW. I've never disconnected and haven't had any problems with the tubing/pump or readings. I do carry my standard CGM as a back-up to my dexcom and extra supplies (for dexcom in case I knock the sensor off or if I have to replace tubing that might get yanked). All fits very nicely in a small backpack. I'm more worried about being told I can't ride something at Universal with my pump (yet to go since started wearing).

 

[mrsdoubie]

I used a minimed and guardian 3 sensors and I think the warnings are the same but I’ve done all the rides at WDW and US/IOA for years with no issues at all.

 

[Selket]

Anyone have experience?
Tandem says "Very powerful electromagnets are sometimes used on “free-fall” or thrill rides. We recommend that you remove your t:slim Pump and do not take it on these types of rides. Also, you should disconnect the infusion set from your body while on high-speed/high-gravity roller coasters."

I'm wondering if I should go on needles when I'm away. I know it will ruin my sugars (which will already be screwed from the August heat) but it might be easier than dealing with that kind of BS. I'm feeling truely frustrated
Maybe I should take my old Medtronic pump with me. I don't know.

Any experiences that someone can give me? TIA

My young adult son has both a t-slim pump and Dexcom and has used it for a long time now. He's been on everything with it at the Disney parks...multiple times/trips. I'd be shocked if he disconnected at any point. He's also been to Busch Gardens @ Williamsburg and rode their many huge coasters without issue.

I wondered about magnets too when he first started pumping and it seems like People Mover might be the most magnetic ride at WDW (at least years ago). @Robo (well known poster here at the DIS & super knowledgeable) answered my question. We thought at the time that ToT or RnRC would have more magnetic pull. In any case, my son has not had a problem nor have scores of others I know who pump (we used to always go to the Children With Diabetes conference held at WDW every summer - also for type 1 adults btw).

He has asked for special checks going through airport security and not gone through the scanner that I recall. He goes through the WDW scanners though. The only thing I know has fried his pump is water so of course he doesn't swim with it - hasn't had a problem on wet rides.