Blog Posts: Circulation conditions

Deep vein thrombosis, or DVT, occurs when a blood clot forms in one or more of the deep veins in your body, typically in one of your legs. In this video, Dr. Rick Ikesaka talks about the signs and symptoms of DVT, how to reduce your risk, the role that compression stockings can play and treatment options, such as the use of blood thinners.

Are compression stockings a good travel investment for long plane flights? Find out what the research evidence says.

New types of blood thinners are effective at preventing blood clots and are safe for most older adults.