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A member asked:
17h trip on bus that made 2 rest stops. spent most of the ride with my legs stretched across seat next to me and i fidget alot. could that prevent dvt?
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Probably: Keeping the blood circulating in your legs by continually moving them is a good way to prevent DVT.
Answered 7/26/2014
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Activity will help: Activity will help keep your circulation going, and decrease the chance of a DVT. It's always good to get up and stretch, walk around the bus, even if you are stopping periodically at rest stops. best wishes.
Answered 9/28/2016
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DVT: Fidgeting may be better than nothing on such a long trip but not a true substitute for walking around. If completely unable to walk then flex your foot and calves frequently to try and keep blood moving.
Answered 9/28/2016
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