The Lymphatic System Part Three: Do No Harm (2 CEs)
Learn how to safely work with clients who are at-risk for developing secondary lymphedema or have a lymphedema diagnosis.
*Please note: In order to be eligible for CE credit, you must register with your full name (as it appears on your professional license) and your license state and number.
Approved by NCBTMB for 2 CEUs for massage therapists.
About the Instructors
Course Description
A brief word . . .
Do No Harm
Intro to The Walton Pressure Scale
Hand Positions
Pressure 1 & 2
The Quadrant Principle
Risk vs. History
Directional Strokes for the Limbs
Directional Strokes Demo 1
Directional Strokes for the Torso
Directional Strokes Demo 2
Pressure, Position, Site
Intake Skills
Intake Demo
Intake Debrief
Now It's your Turn!
Apples and Oranges and MLD
Recommended Reading
ICG lymphography on healthy and lymphedema upper extremities
Directional Strokes: Skills Handout
Interview with Julie Ackerman
Research Articles
Finding Lymphedema Specialists
Final Quiz