Take steps to prevent blood clots

Range: 0‑100%. The higher the better.

Blood clot slows down the flow of blood, causing swelling, redness, and pain. A clot can be deadly if it breaks off and travels to another part of the body such as the lungs. Treatments to prevent blood clots after surgery include blood-thinning medications or stockings that increase circulation in the legs. These treatments must be started at the right time (typically within 24 hours before surgery, and through the 24 hours after surgery).