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What are the conservative treatments for a DVT?
In this video, Dr Jessie Shea tells us the conservative treatment options for deep vein thrombosis (DVT), how they work and how they help with the symptoms of deep vein thrombosis.
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Most people who develop a DVT are advised to wear compression stockings. Compression stockings have been shown to reduce the risk of developing another DVT and also can reduce the risk of post-thrombotic syndrome. You should wear these stockings each day for at least two years. If you do develop post-thrombotic syndrome, you are advised to wear these stockings for for at least another two years after that. These stockings work by applying pressure from outside the veins. These help squeeze the blood in the veins back up the legs. This makes the pressure inside the veins less. In turn, this prevents leakage of blood into the surrounding tissues.
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