Deep Vein Thrombosis
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is the formation of a blood clot in a deep vein. Once formed, the clot can either restrict or cut off blood flow to the part of the body where it forms, or break free and travel to other parts of the body. If the clot travels to the lungs, it can cause a very serious condition called pulmonary embolism.
Main Causes
DVT has three major contributing factors: blood flow, blood thickness, vein health.
While DVT is most common after long periods of near complete immobilization, it can also occur during extended periods of sitting. DVT has been seen more frequently during long distance travel in airplanes leading some to refer to it as Economy class syndrome.
Relationship to office work
Many of today’s IT and office staff are spending more and more time working at their desks. When you pair this with not drinking enough water and poor sitting positions, you can dramatically reduce the circulation in your legs. These conditions are very similar to those found in airplanes and trains, so it should be of little surprise that DVT can also occur in the office environment.
Be aware, and protect yourself
There are a number of simple things you can do to help protect yourself from DVT:
- Move – Once an hour, stand up, stretch, and if possible take a small walk.
- Stay hydrated – Make sure you are getting enough water.
- Check the ergonomic layout of your working conditions : Workspace Planner
I definitely agree. These are some problems of the patient that visit my clinic each time. So by following these guides, you are sure enough to be able to distance yourself with these threats.