6Thrombolytic Medications & Compression Stockings
Also known as clot busters, thrombolytic medications can help dissolve blood clots that are being formed. They can be given intravenously to those people who are in the first few hours of a stroke or heart attack. The goal is to open a blocked artery and prevent tissue damage. While there may be a risk of bleeding issues, thrombolytic medications would be very effective in emergency cases. Common options include Reteplase, Alteplase, Urokinase, Streptokinase, and Tenecteplase. [7]
Compression stockings are special elastic socks that may increase blood flow back to the heart from the legs. You may wear them around the legs regularly to reduce the risk of a blood clot as well as alleviate swelling and pain. It is easy to purchase compression stockings in many medical supply stores or drugstores. To choose the proper length (thigh-high or knee-high), you may need to consult your doctor. [8]
