Pulsating plaster could help fight deadly blood clots

The video explains how muscles aid in pumping blood from the legs back to the heart, highlighting the risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) due to prolonged immobility, such as during long flights. It introduces the Gecko, a small, disposable device that triggers micro contractions to maintain blood circulation, preventing blood from collecting in the lower legs.

What are the potential consequences of long periods of immobility on blood circulation?

How does the Gecko device help prevent blood from collecting in the lower leg?