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*Apart from all the medical reasons given above, DVT has been in the news a great deal recently because of the high risks of this serious problem developing on long-haul air flights. But this isn’t a new condition; it has been well known among those with an interest in aviation medicine for many years.

DVT isn’t only associated with flying, however. It doesn’t matter if you travel by car, coach or train, sitting for more than four or five hours without movement increases the risk of thrombosis. It’s true, however, because of pressurisation and dehydration, the risks are greater when flying.

These simple tips will greatly decrease your chances of getting DVT:

• Drink a glass of water every 30 minutes throughout the flight
• Don’t drink alcohol, coffee or cola drinks
• Walk about as much as possible
• Bend and stretch you legs. Contract and relax the calf muscles. Rotate your ankles and clench and relax your toes and buttock muscles. Repeat these exercises every 15 minutes.
• If you have a family history of thrombosis or any condition which increases your risk , wear support stockings or tights on the plane.

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