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Advanced Lymphedema Management I (Refresher) (24 hours)

Academy of Lymphatic Studies

Objectives

This course will review the anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic system and thoroughly cover evaluation and treatment sequences for lymphedema affecting the upper and lower extremities, as well as the head and neck. The use of alternative compression materials for the trunk and advanced use of compression bandages for the extremities will be discussed. Further, the incorporation of alternative bandaging/night time garments will be presented. New areas of development and research in regards to lymphedema treatment will be included. These areas include the Lymphedema Treatment Act, exercise programs, Axillary Web Syndrome, compression pumps, elastic taping. Case studies will allow the participants to further develop their clinical problems solving skills.

Confirmation Notes

This course is 3 days in length (24 contact hours). The classroom hours are approximately 8:00am – 5:30pm daily. There will be approximately one hour for lunch every day.
This course is 24 Contact Hours. CEU's are available. Each state and profession is different, so please contact our Admissions Department for more detailed information regarding CEU approvals. Academy of Lymphatic Studies is an approved provider for AOTA and NCBTMB.

Description

This 3-day advanced course is open to Certified Lymphedema Therapists only. All participants need to show proof of completion of a CDT certification program from one of the recognized schools.
Participants are invited to submit questions related to their daily work with lymphedema patients, as well as case studies of patients prior to the course, for discussion and problem solving during the conference. Pictures of submitted case studies would be helpful but not required.

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