The Complete Package - (10 day training course)

26th-28th October | 14th-17th November | 5-7th December

Course content

Anatomy and Physiology of the lymphatic system
Anatomy of the lymphatic system of the limbs and trunk
Clinical assessment and diagnosis
Types and causes of lymphoedema
Discussion of Sappey’s theory
Theory of pressotherapy
Anatomy of the head and neck
Substitution pathways
MLD of the upper and lower limbs, breast
MLD of the face
Problem solving
Scintigraphy, plethysmography
Lymphatic surgery
Breast cancer surgery
TNM classification, and breast cancer treatment
The physical effects of radiotherapy
Klippel Trenauny Syndrome
Theory and practice of multi layer Lymphoedema Bandaging
Psychosocial effects of lymphoedema
Genital and penile bandaging
General lymphoedema management
Skincare
Selection and fitting of garments
Self management
Dietary control
Doppler assessment
Management of breast oedema

The 'complete package' comprises a 10 day training course aiming to provide the knowledge and skills necessary to carry out Medical lymphatic drainage and lymphoedema management.

80 hours classroom tuition, 25hours self learning and practice. Clinical placements as required. Taught in 3 blocks

Aims
1. To provide evidenced based learning in theory and practice of the lymphatic system and lymphoedema therapy.
2. Ensure a competent practitioner on completion of course.
3. Ensure Competence of MLD for all areas of the body and types of lymphoedema.

Assessment; this takes place in the form of 2 theory and 1 practical exam with ongoing assessment

Following successful completion you will receive a certificate of training from Leduc UK, recognized by MLD UK (www.mlduk.co.uk) and access to the ‘privilege site’ on www.lympho.net (Prof Leducs Website) where you will have access to their latest experiments and scientific research.

As with all MLD in the UK, the therapist will be required to update every 2 years to ensure they maintain their qualification.