Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is caused by the formation of a blood clot (thrombus) in one or several deep veins. DVT mainly occurs in the lower legs, the thigh, or pelvis but can also affect the deep veins in the arm.
It is important to recognise the symptoms of a DVT as it can result in serious and even life-threatening conditions.
After surgery or in the presence of other conditions that increase the risk of blood clots, wearing compression stockings can prevent a DVT (thrombosis prophylaxis). You can also reduce your risk by maintaining a healthy weight, with regular exercise and movement, and by quitting smoking.
There are three main goals of DVT treatment:
Treatment options of a DVT include:
Compression stockings are often recommended alongside the use of blood thinners to prevent and treat a DVT. By decreasing the vein diameter, they improve the return of the blood flow back to the heart and prevent blood from pooling in the legs. Compression stockings also alleviate symptoms such as swelling and pain and are usually very well tolerated.
JOBST® Travel compression socks are designed for preventative use to avoid the formation of blood clots while travelling. JOBST® Travel compression socks can be worn just like normal socks.
