First of all its not implanted in yu at all. You use what is called an infusion set. Its a plastic needle that is slid under the skin , placed ina comfortable area. Becuase it is run parallel into the subcutaenous fat layer you really done feel it like a needle stick.
prep pads now have benzocaine in it so its even less painful.
the infusion catheter is left in place for up to a week, Then is removed and placed somewhere else.
The pump can if desired be disconnected at nightime, when swimming or suding exercise to prevent bumps bruises and so on.

Minimed Prdigm is a ocntinuous glucose insulin pump that uses both analog L and R. or single unit combination NPH 70/30.
By letting the pump know how many carbs you have eaten it can adjust bolus doseage to compensate.

It also has a feature for continuos rates but you still have to bolus with meals.
Pumpers are usually good for those who are very active, forget to take a base shot of say Lantus and test their blood regulalry. At this point these criteria allow for doctors to seek compliance.

Some pumpers enjoy the freedom. As a hiker, and outdoorsman, I prefer the good old fashioned insulin shot. I adjust my dose by what I eat and how much I exercise.

I prefer the injection and like that freedom. Maybe when I get into my 70s I may consider the pump.
If you choose one, amke sure that you go to the learning classes for pumper given by the companies. It is very important. Many peopl dont and they get brutes, infections and reuse catheretrs and infusion sets.
julie