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How Long Can A Superficial Thrombophlebitis Patient With Blood Clots Can Work?
Question: What is the recommended number of hours a secretary should work three days after diagnosis of superficial thrombophlebitis with blood clots. She is being treated. thank you
Brief Answer:
An average 6-8 hour working day shouldn't interfere :)
Detailed Answer:
Hello ma'am and welcome.
Thank you for writing to us.
I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help. All patients with superficial thrombophlebitis are recommended to go about their usual daily activities, but at the same time they are also encouraged to make a few changes to their routine.
If being a secretary involves having to sit at a desk for long durations of time, I would say a 6-8 hour working day should be fine, but I would also recommend the use of compressive stockings during the day and also to get up from the seated position once every 30 minutes and stroll for about 5 minutes which should also include flexion-extension of one leg at a time while in the standing position, this should be alternated between the legs, one each time. This will help improve blood circulation as well, but otherwise no other restriction.
I am glad she is being treated as well. :)
I hope you find my response helpful. Please feel free to write back to me for any further clarifications, I am always here to help.
Best wishes.
An average 6-8 hour working day shouldn't interfere :)
Detailed Answer:
Hello ma'am and welcome.
Thank you for writing to us.
I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help. All patients with superficial thrombophlebitis are recommended to go about their usual daily activities, but at the same time they are also encouraged to make a few changes to their routine.
If being a secretary involves having to sit at a desk for long durations of time, I would say a 6-8 hour working day should be fine, but I would also recommend the use of compressive stockings during the day and also to get up from the seated position once every 30 minutes and stroll for about 5 minutes which should also include flexion-extension of one leg at a time while in the standing position, this should be alternated between the legs, one each time. This will help improve blood circulation as well, but otherwise no other restriction.
I am glad she is being treated as well. :)
I hope you find my response helpful. Please feel free to write back to me for any further clarifications, I am always here to help.
Best wishes.
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