Hello, wondering if anyone has a good experience with compression socks for long haul travel? I do experience some feet swelling these days during the day which usually goes away with elevation for a brief period of time. I have flights coming up in the 7 to 14 hour range so am thinking that apart from the usual precautions of staying hydrated I might be wise to use these special socks? I have renal limited ANCA vasculitis. Thanks for any input//
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Compression socks for travel
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Yes, I have used the socks they are very useful to prevent clots forming in the calves. Also to avoid getting a virus during the flight, have a dose of vitamin C and zinc tablets for a few days before the flight.
hi you need ones that are 15-20mmHg
Practice putting them on- not easy especially on a plane!
There are 2 general types available graduated stockings usually available on prescription and non medical support hosiery widely available- made sure you get the right size .
Try to walk around the plane every hour if possible. After landing keep an eye out for any red areas on your legs/ swelling etc. observe for deep vein thrombosis ( urgent medical treatment needed) safe journey
On a side issue as Covid is on the increase wear a good mask FFP2 or FFP3 if available
Thank you that's very informative. Wondering now whether my nephrologist might even give me the green light to travel in Oct....I sure hope so. Its the 14 hour flight that concerns me, not so much the 6 hour ones. Maybe I will ultimately need to break it up a bit. 🙂