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Develop an in-depth anatomical and physiological understanding of the lymphatic system

Understand important principles related to the lymphatic system and Complete Decongestive Therapy which aides in clinical decision making

Discuss a lymphedema evaluation with Description of Specialty Practice and develop how to achieve patient treatment compliance

Examine lymphedema case studies and their relevance during a lymphedema treatment program

Identify lymphatic anatomical structures and functions

Explain capillary filtration and absorption

Describe types, staging, and classification of lymphedema

Examine Complete Decongestive Therapy performed on patients

Gain self-confidence required for a Lymphedema Evaluation

Compare evidence-based lymphedema research

OBJECTIVES

 

HISTORY

u          Lymphedema treatment pioneers

 

ANATOMY OF THE LYMPHATIC SYSTEM

u          Lymph organs

u          Lymph nodes

u          Lymph fluid

u          Lymphatic circulatory system

u          Functions of the lymph system

 

PHYSIOLOGY OF THE LYMPHATIC SYSTEM

u          Starling law

u          Diffusion

u          Osmotic pressure

u          Hydrostatic pressure

u          Filtration

u          Re-absorption

u          Ultra-filtration

u          Mechanical insufficiency

u          Dynamic insufficiency

 

LYMPHEDEMA

u          Types

u          Symptoms of lymphedema

u          Medical analysis

u          Classifications of lymphedema

u          Stages of lymphedema

u          Treatment options

 

COMPLETE DECONGESTIVE THERAPY

u          Indications for MLD

u          MLD contraindications

u          Treatment phase/maintenance phase

u          Protecting first line of defense

u          Manual lymph drainage

            •           demo videos

            •           participants demo

u          Short stretch bandaging

            •           demo videos

            •           participants demo

u          Lower extremity bandaging

u          Exercises in lymphedema

u          Limb clearance exercises

u          Compression garments

u          Complete decongestive therapy goals

u          Independence in self care

u          Plan of care

 

PHYSICAL THERAPY EVALUATION

u          Multi-system effects

u          History

u          Systems review

u          Tests and measures

u          Volume of limb

u          Volume of a cone

u          Evaluation/analysis

u          Prognosis

u          Intervention

u          Procedural intervention

u          Outcome measures

u          Risk management

u          Unhealthy lymphatic system

 

RESEARCH

u          Kinesio® Taping theory

u          Kinesio® Taping research

u          CLT evidence

u          Evidence in UE exercise

u          Limiting activity after breast cancer surgery

u          Effectiveness of CDT

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Other Professions
This educational offering qualifies for 6 continuing education hours as required by many national, state and local licensing boards and professional organizations. Save your course outline and certificate of completion, and contact your own board or organization for specific filing requirements.

Physical Therapists

Physical Therapist Assistants

Occupational Therapists

Occupational Therapy Assistants

Physicians

Massage Therapists

Nurses