Consult a physician to find out what, if any, remedy is best for you. Getting fresh air and keeping your eyes on the horizon can also help. Hartley says he hasn't seen the syndrome in his practice. DVT is rare, but it is a risk. Symptoms include swelling or pain in the legs during or after travel and sudden coughing or chest pain during or after travel.
Many people show no symptoms.
Hartley's advice is to consult a physician before flying to determine your risk level and afterwards if you have any symptoms. CRTL suggests drinking lots of water and fruit juice, stretching your legs, walking around the cabin at least once per hour and avoiding caffeine and alcohol while on long-haul flights. According to Hartley, travelers should always take along an extra week's worth of prescription medications . Take a copy of your prescriptions with you and keep all your medications in a carry-on bag. Checked baggage can be delayed or lost.