SAN DIEGO -- For patients with traumatic bone fractures, there was no difference between oral aspirin and low-molecular-weight heparin (LMWH) injections as a bleeding prevention strategy, a ...

Patients who are bedridden or unable to move their legs are often at risk of developing Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT), a potentially life-threatening condition caused by blood clots forming along the ...

Did you know that having a window seat during a long plane or bus ride is comparatively risky? No, it's not because you could get sunburn, but because you probably won't stand up and stretch your legs ...

While blood clots serve an essential purpose in healing injuries, they can transform into life-threatening conditions when they form inappropriately. Medical experts emphasize that recognizing early ...

A local doctor weighs in on ways to prevent Deep Vein Thrombosis while traveling this summer.Click here to learn how you can stay healthy.Stay up-to-date: The latest headlines and weather from WPBF 25 ...

We’re set to have one of the coldest Januarys in years. As winds batter the UK, it can be tempting to stay indoors and hide from the chill, particularly for the elderly. Cosying up under a blanket and ...

Typical prevention of deep vein thrombosis includes early movement, compression and anti-coagulation therapy, but a nerve stimulator device being developed by U.K.-based Sky Medical could change that, ...

Blood clots that occur within veins or arteries can cause serious health problems. Certain exercises and stretches can help prevent blood clots. Blood clots typically affect veins in the arms, legs, ...

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a condition that causes a clot in a vein (often in your legs), can sometimes develop without warning—especially when you’re traveling or seated for long stretches at a time ...

DEAR DOCTOR K: A friend of mine recently developed a blood clot in his leg after a long flight. I travel a lot for work, so this has me worried. Is there any way to prevent this type of thing? DEAR ...

Healthcare professionals create care plans to help manage conditions such as pulmonary embolism. Planning may help improve outcomes and prevent future occurrences of the condition. Care plans are an ...

DOACs are a newer class of anticoagulants that are more targeted and work faster than traditional options. They also don’t require frequent monitoring and have fewer dietary restrictions. Direct oral ...