One risk that is sometimes associated with travelling is Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT). Let’s examine the precautions you can take to reduce the risk of DVT.
History of DVT
Check to see whether you are insured to travel, i.e. declare any known medical problems
Discuss your problem with the company Occupational Health provider
Travelling
If you are travelling on an aircraft, train, boat or coach, stand up regularly and move around whenever possible
If you are driving or travelling in a chauffeured taxi, stop the vehicle regularly to stretch your legs
Water
Drink plenty of water
Perform leg-stretching exercises
What is Deep Vein Thrombosis?
Deep vein thrombosis, also known as DVT, is a blood clot that develops within a deep vein in the body. DVT usually occurs in a deep leg vein, a larger vein that runs through the muscles of the calf and the thigh.