Lifestyle and home remedies

Once you receive treatment for DVT, it's important to follow some lifestyle changes to manage your condition and prevent another blood clot. Lifestyle changes include:

• Ask your doctor about your diet. Foods high in vitamin K, such as spinach, kale, other leafy greens and Brussels sprouts, can interfere with warfarin.
• Take your medications as directed. Your doctor will tell you how long you will need treatment. If you're taking certain blood thinners, you'll need a blood test to see how well your blood is clotting.
• Watch for excessive bleeding. This can be a side effect of blood thinners. Talk to your doctor about activities that could cause you to bruise or get cut, as even a minor injury could become serious if you're taking blood thinners.
• Move. If you've been on bed rest because of surgery or other factors, the sooner you get moving, the lower the chance that blood clots will develop.
• Wear compression stockings. Wear these to help prevent blood clots in the legs if your doctor recommends them.