https://my.clevelandclinic.org/   Management and Treatment   Activity Guidelines    You should slowly return to your normal activities. If your legs feel swollen or heavy, lie in bed with your heels propped up about 5 to 6 inches. This helps improve circulation and decreases swelling.      In addition:   Exercise your lower leg muscles if you are sitting still for long periods of time.  Stand up and walk for a few minutes every hour while awake.  Don’t wear tight-fitting clothing that could decrease the circulation in your legs.  Wear compression stockings as recommended by your doctor.  Avoid activities  that may cause a serious injury.     compression stockings and elevating the affected leg. If the blood clot is extensive, you may need more invasive testing and treatment. The main goals of treatment are to:   Stop the clot from getting bigger  Prevent the clot from breaking off in your vein and moving to your lungs  Reduce the risk of another blood clot  Prevent long-term comp...
 
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