What should you wear on an airplane? Dr. Owsianik spoke to The Globe and Mail:
Walter Owsianik, the medical director of Hamilton travel clinic Travel Doctor, typically opts for loose clothing when he travels.
“You want to wear loose clothing and be able to move around freely to prevent blood clots, which is a small, but real risk,” says Owsianik. The risk rises for those folks who have a pre-existing heart condition or other health problems. He says everyone benefits from selecting an aisle seat for longer flights, so you can get up “at least every hour and a half just to get moving.”
From there, it’s just about getting comfortable in your seat. The first thing Owsianik does once in his seat is take his shoes off in favour of a pair of wool socks or slippers. He only suggests compression socks if you normally experience feet or leg swelling on planes.
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