How can deep vein thrombosis be prevented?
There are things you can do to prevent deep vein thrombosis. • Wearing compression stockings. Especially when traveling. • Increase fiber intake can help digestive health as well as reduce the pressure put on varicose veins. • Adding additional amounts of vitamin C to the diet can ensure that blood vessels are getting the support they need. • Bioflavonoids are thought by some to strengthen vein walls due to antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. • Hot and cold baths are used by some who find that soaking their legs first in a warm, then cool water bath helps reduce pain and improve circulation in the legs afflicted with varicose veins. • Simply lying horizontally on a couch or bed can be helpful in reducing pressure in the legs. If the feet are elevated on pillows to rest a few inches above the level of the heart, the blood is encouraged to drain back towards the body which releases pressure on the veins and valves in the legs.
