Does flying increase blood clots of injuries?
Patient: hi, I fractured my ankle in both tibia and fibula yesterday.The orthopedic dr reduced the fractures and piut on a soft cast, I need to fly home in 4 more days which the dr said would be ok. He wants me to visit my home orthopedic Dr on return to home. I may need to have surgery so my home Dr will make that decision, Is my risk of blood clots increased by flying? Is there anyway to lessen that risk? It will be a 3 hour flight.. Doctor: Hi,  3 hr flight will anyway won't be a risk factor. So don't worry. Keep moving your toes actively and try to keep your limb above your heart level.   Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.  Regards, Dr. Anuj Gupta, Spine Surgeon