Reduce Your Blood Clot Risk - 10 Ways to Prevent Deep Vein Thrombosis

There are many simple steps you can take to help stop blood clots from forming and reduce your risk of deep vein thrombosis.

By Jen Laskey

Medically reviewed by Rosalyn Carson-DeWitt, MD

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, every year 1 to 2 out of 1,000 Americans develops deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and/or pulmonary embolism, a blockage in the blood vessels of the lungs that can result from DVT. Among people over the age of 80, this figure may jump as high as 1 in 100. Deep vein thrombosis — a blood clot in deep veins in the legs, arms, and neck — produces pain and swelling and can lead to serious health complications if not treated properly. Fortunately, there are steps you can take today to help prevent DVT. Read on to learn how you can lessen your risk of developing these blood clots.

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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, every year 1 to 2 out of 1,000 Americans develops deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and/or pulmonary embolism, a blockage in the blood vessels of the lungs that can result from DVT. Among people over the age of 80, this figure may jump as high as 1 in 100. Deep vein thrombosis — a blood clot in deep veins in the legs, arms, and neck — produces pain and swelling and can lead to serious health complications if not treated properly. Fortunately, there are steps you can take today to help prevent DVT. Read on to learn how you can lessen your risk of developing these blood clots.

 

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