Debbie, I always do it at home. I have the infusion nurse put the Heploc in and I just connect up each day. It is not hard if they give you the longer tubing so you can reach the connector with both hands.

It is hard to do with one hand so ask for longer tubing. They mail you both with the drugs. It is easy and cheaper and no traveling. A family member could hook you up, even a kid can do it.

For the 5 days I have the Heploc. After in for 3 days, have the nurse come back and put it in the other arm for the next two days. I don't like it in one arm too long.

I cut the foot part out of a very soft, cozy sock, and after taping the tubing in place with paper tape, I cover it with the soft fluffy sock for sleep. I put my arm in a small garbage bag with a rubber band at the top to shower.

I had 10 days of going to the hospital every morning on time, very early, and the traveling was terrible when you don't feel well as it is. Resting at home or moving in your own home while it drips it great, JMO.

Ins co. should love it, it is cheaper than the hospital costs. This is a picture of a hospital one, but almost the same at home with less tubing.