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Practical Lymphatic Drainage
Professional Education Track for Massage Therapists
Course Schedule and Fees Were you looking for Lymphatic Drainage Therapy Services?
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What is Lymphatic Drainage Therapy? Lymphatic drainage therapy is a gentle, subtle low-impact hands-on technique used to reduce swelling and decongest tissues and joints. It may be used for sinus pain and discomfort, assisting detoxification and reducing menstrual symptoms, post-surgery or injury, to improve lymphatic circulation and speed healing, or for chronic lymphedema.
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Practical Lymphatic Drainage Introductory Course - 3CEs
PLD Introductory Course Agenda (pdf)
Introductory topics include:
- Benefits of lymphatic drainage
- An overview of the lymphatic system
- Lymph anatomy and physiology concepts
- Basic Lymphatic Tissue Assessment
- Introduction of hands-on techniques for the core lymphatic system
This course will enable therapists to safely incorporate lymphatic drainage into their current sessions that include other forms of therapy. The routine included will take 8-12 minutes in a therapy setting. Course Schedule and Fees
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Practical Lymphatic Drainage Full Course - 17CEs
PLD Full Course Agenda (pdf)
Topics include the above introduction, and add the following:
Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology of the Lymph System Properties of Lymph and Cardiovascular Systems Mapping and Analysis of Lymphatic Vessels Indications and Contraindications for Lymphatic Drainage Lymphatic Mapping Techniques for Lymphatic Drainage Treating Core areas, Neck, Head, Arms, Hands, Thorax, Back, Hips, Legs, and Feet Swelling / Treating Special Areas of Lymphedema Guidelines for Post-Operative Conditions, Sinus Congestion, Breast Cancer, Sport Environments
Following this course, therapists may offer 60-minute treatments specifically for lymphatic drainage. Course Schedule and Fees
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Lymphatic Drainage Practicum - 8 CE's
Students who have completed our Lymphatic Drainage Full Course can attend this practicum to expand and refine their skills. This is a place to take learning from the full course and reach the competency level you want to use lymphatic drainage with a large variety of people in your therapy practice. This course will:
- Refine hands-on skills & techniques for more accurate drainage abilities
- Improve care for specific conditions
- Increase their lymphatic anatomy and physiology training
- Explore new applications of lymph drainage therapy
- Share experiences with other lymphatic drainage professionals
Following the Practicum course, students will be eligible for our online Practical Lymphatic Drainage Certification, available September 1, 2007.
Course Schedule and Fees
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