Lifestyle and home remedies

In addition to medical treatments, here are self-care measures to help improve thrombophlebitis.

If you have superficial thrombophlebitis:

• Use a warm washcloth to apply heat to the involved area several times daily
• Raise your leg
• Use a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others) or naproxen sodium (Aleve, others), if recommended by your doctor

Let your doctor know if you're taking another blood thinner, such as aspirin.

If you have deep vein thrombosis:

• Take prescription blood-thinning medications as directed to prevent complications
• Raise your leg if it's swollen
• Wear your prescription-strength compression stockings as directed