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A member asked:
Would stopping every 2 to 3 hrs on road trip for an hour to move around make developing a dvt risk very low?no history of dvt, no real risk factors.
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Yes: That would be fine to do, for any travelers, as long as they are in a safe place to stop. Stop and smell the roses, enjoy the scenery.
Answered 4/22/2016
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Dvt: Not a bad idea May want to try support hose which pump the muscle pumps of the foot and calf forcing venous blood flow forward and preventing dvt Drink plenty of fluids non caffeinated non carbonated beverages to keep the blood volume adequate,drinking will also make you stop to use the rest rooms
Answered 3/21/2017
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