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How do you avoid blood clots while driving?

My kids want to take a road trip, but I have a high risk of blood clots because of my varicose veins. How can you reduce the risk of blood clots while driving?

Pat Roache · Updated on Feb 4, 2022

Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.

You deserve to have an awesome road trip with your kids! We found some tips to help you on

, but you should always talk to your doctor or a medical professional when you have concerns regarding your health.

Here are some tips that a medical professional could share to help reduce your risk of blood clots during travel:

Wear compression socks

Take regular breaks and move around outside the vehicle

Move your legs up and down every now and then while seated

Drink a lot of water

Wear loose-fitting clothes that won’t risk any type of constriction to your blood flow

Avoid crossing your legs

Take an aspirin before traveling

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