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Whether you’re traveling on a long-haul flight, or sitting and standing all day at work, compression socks not only relieve your tired and swollen feet… they also help you prevent dangerous health conditions associated with prolonged immobility.
When you're admitted to hospital, your risk of DVT will be assessed to decide whether you need compression stockings.
You may need to wear stockings even if you're able to leave hospital on the same day as your operation.
Your risk of developing DVT may be increased if:
Wearing compression stockings is one way of reducing your risk of developing DVT.
Your risk can also be reduced by making sure you drink enough fluids (check with your surgeon how much you should be drinking) and moving around as soon as possible after your operation.