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Lymphatic & Vascular Techniques for the Ortho Therapist

Learn to recognize and treat lymphatic congestion and vascular tension in patients presenting with orthopedic issues.

About this course

This is a 2 day hybrid course in which participants will learn about the vasculature and lymphatic anatomy of the back and extremities. Day 1 is the lecture portion of the course and is provided online for you to do at your own pace. Day 2 of the course is all of the hands-on labs. Basic hand skills will be taught in lab for lymphatic drainage of the deep abdomen and extremities. Vascular techniques will cover the large abdominal vessels and main vessels of the extremities. Upon completion of the course, therapists will be able to recognize and treat lymphatic congestion and vascular tension within tissues in patients with various orthopedic issues.

Skills covered will only go over the normal lymphatic anatomy and will NOT prepare a therapist for abnormal anatomy and lymphedema treatment.

These are small classes with a maximum of 10:1 student: teacher/lab assistant ratio.

Goals and objectives

Describe the basic anatomy and function of the lymphatic system.
Perform basic lymph drainage techniques in the epifascial lymphatic system.
Perform drainage techniques on lymph nodes and deep lymphatic vessels.
Describe anatomy of drainage pathways of the extremities.
Perform lymphatic drainage of the deep abdomen.
Differentiate between congested and non-congested tissues and utilize techniques to open congested pathways.
Determine when other techniques need to be used in lieu of manual lymph drainage.
Recognize when basic manual lymph drainage is sufficient and when referrals to other practitioners are needed.
Understand need for vascular releases.
Describe large vessel vascular pathways within the abdomen and pelvis.
Perform vascular releases within abdomen and extremities.

Agenda

Part 1: Online Lecture

Will be emailed after registration; must be viewed prior to the course.

Part 2: In-Person Lab Course

8:30–8:45 — Introductions
8:45–9:30 — Positional Release: Demo, Lab
9:30–10:00 — Vascular Release: Aorta & External Iliacs: Demo, Lab
10:00–10:30 — Vascular Techniques: Demo, Lab
10:30–10:45 — Break
10:45–11:30 — Vascular Release: Femoral Vessels: Demo, Lab
11:30–12:00 — Vascular Release: Popliteal, Tibial Vessels: Demo, Lab
12:00–12:30 — Vascular Release: Spinal Vessels: Demo, Lab
12:30–1:30 — Lunch
1:30–2:00 — Vascular Release: Neck Vessels: Demo, Lab
2:00–2:30 — Vascular Release: Subclavian: Demo, Lab
2:30–3:00 — Vascular Release: Upper Extremity: Demo, Lab
3:00–3:15 — Break
3:15–4:30 — Basic lymph drainage techniques: Demo, Lab
4:30–4:45 — Drainage of the Liver: Demo, Lab
4:45–5:00 — Questions

Meet your instructional team

Mary Ellen Kramp

Mary Ellen is a nationally certified lymphedema therapist and has other training in kinesiotaping, myofascial release, craniosacral therapy, and visceral manipulation.

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Nicole Hamel

Nicole has been a PT for over 30 years. She has been a certified lymphedema therapist for about 20 years and she specializes in manual therapy. She is the owner of Revitalize PT in Largo, FL.

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Lauren Mansell

Lauren Mansell is a highly experienced physical therapist specializing in pelvic health, oncology rehabilitation, lymphatic therapy, concussion management, and vestibular rehabilitation.

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Jamie Scomak

Jamie has grown a fierce passion for the prenatal, pregnant, and postpartum woman after her own fertility struggles.

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