How to Exercise After Recovering from Lower Extremity Venous Thrombosis

Recovery from DVT of the lower extremities can be achieved through appropriate physical exercise, such as isometric contraction or isotonic exercise in bed. Lower extremity deep vein thrombosis is the result of various reasons that cause blood to coagulate and form blood clots in the deep vein system of the lower extremities. Even after recovery, patients should pay attention to exercise, if the body allows, you can walk slowly, play Tai Chi, yoga, etc., but need to avoid excessive exercise, should also avoid massaging the affected limbs to prevent thrombus dislodgement. If necessary, you can assist in wearing elastic stockings or elastic bandages. Patients can also carry out isometric contraction, isotonic exercise in bed, each time about 10 minutes can be, with the recovery of the disease, the amount of exercise can be gradually increased. But need to avoid sitting for a long time, standing for a long time, do not overwork. At the same time, keep the affected limbs clean, avoid injury and prevent infection. After recovery, patients with lower extremity DVT should also follow the doctor’s instructions for regular checkups in order to understand the body’s recovery.