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Dvt - would you use mechanical compression for home use after major surgery to prevent dvt's?
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Depends : Sometimes- additional measures at home would help prevent dvts after surgery- but most of the time- your healthcare provider is expecting better activity and more movement once a patient gets home. If a patient is high risk- cancer, obese , lengthy time with immobility, or spinal cord injury- additional precautions may be in order. Home exercises and good activity is usually enough. Consult w md.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Sure: Sure , why not as long as they are safe.
Answered 4/9/2013
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