Hi there. First off, just wanted to say thank you for being here and for your question. I don't have any experience with taking HTR before my surgeries. I know the thought of blood clots is scary. For my surgeries- they did use compression socks on my legs, to help keep from clotting but that was all. I do hope someone can be a bit more helpful than me. But I just wanted to chime in anyways <3 I hope you are doing ok. Do you have a lap scheduled? -Kimberli (team member)