Blood clots

• A blood clot (also known as a DVT) can form when your blood is not moving around your leg as much as normal.
• Although the risk is low (less than 2 people in 100 will develop a clot), it is higher than usual while you are in the brace and not walking normally.
• If you develop calf pain, swelling, or a change in the colour of your leg, go to a hospital Emergency Department straight away (please let your physio know as soon as you can).
• To reduce your risk a clot, we recommend you take anti-clotting medication (see Xarelto information), do lots of calf pumping exercises that your physio will show you to get the blood flowing, and keep well hydrated.