Air Travelers – Worried about DVT?

Do you know the fact that:

"Journey of more than four hours in an airplane can cause blood clots, which could be fatal"

People traveling for more than four hours in cramped aircraft spaces could suffer from Economy class syndrome, medically known as Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT). Immobility, dehydration and reduced cabin pressure and oxygen levels in airplane are cited as some of the reasons for blood clot. Dehydration reduces the blood volume; the blood is thickened and more likely to clot. Immobility leads to formation of blood clot in the unmoving lower limbs, and at a latter stage these blood clots travel upwards into the lungs resulting in fatal consequences.

The most dangerous part is that people can never know they have DVT. Out of the two million people who suffer from DVT every year, long distance travel is cited as the major culprit.

A lot of cases have come to the limelight where people, even below the age group of 35, have come out of the aircraft fit and fine after a long-haul flight, after few hours suddenly collapsed and died. Research shows that DVT is four times more likely to develop within two weeks of arrival from a long haul flight. Many international airlines have recognized the potential threat caused by DVT and are taking measures to warn people in flight how to reduce the potential risk of DVT.

According to the latest studies, pilots and passengers in all classes are at risk. It can no more be called as Economy Class Syndrome as everyone traveling can be affected. Many world-class aircraft carriers have now recognized the need of putting up a fight against DVT. Hence many airlines are trying to educate passengers about the potential dangers of DVT and how to prevent it. They issue brouchers, make in flight announcements etc. to keep the passengers informed and on high alert.

Who are more vulnerable to DVT?

• People with varicose vein or cancer
• People with history of leg clots
• People with leg or pelvic injury
• Smokers
• Pregnant women
• Women taking birth control pills
• Hormone replacement therapy
• Over weight persons
• Tall persons

Warning Signs

• Pain and Warmth in lower legs,
• Prickly skin sensation in the legs,
• Swelling of the feet or legs
• Shortness of breadth.

Preventive measures

• Exercise : Stand and walk if possible, Flex your ankles and bend your toes.
• Avoid Dehydration : Drink liquids at frequent intervals but avoid coffee and alcohol.
• Wear Flight Socks : Flight socks exert graduated compression, which enhances the venous blood flow thus reducing the chance of blood clot
• Eat lightly and wear loose clothing during the flight

DVT affects millions of people every year irrespective of age or sex. Also researches show that it can affect people travel in any class and not only economy class. You could be the next victim. Why take chance with your precious life? Choosing Vibrox not only makes your travel comfortable, but acts as insurance for your life.

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