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Stretches to keep you healthy during long trips

By Doug Stevens, Los Angeles Times Staff Writer
12:02 PM PDT, October 10, 2008

It's no secret that sitting for long periods – in planes, trains or cars – can lead to deep vein thrombosis, the formation of blood clots that can prove very serious if they move to the lungs and heart. The following exercises can help reduce the risks:

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