LEVEL: Introductory

AUDIENCE: OTs, OTAs, PTs, PTAs, ATs, RN’s, LPN’s, MD’s, DO’s and Massage Therapists

• Demonstrate familiarity with pathology of both lymphedema and venous edema
• Discuss anatomy and physiology related to the lymphatic and venous system
• Discuss interdisciplinary treatment provided by cancer specialists for breast and prostate cancer and its effects on lymphedema patients
• Demonstrate the four “pillars” of lymphedema treatment: Manual lymphatic treatment (MLT), low stretch bandaging, exercise/self-management, and skin care
• Apply hands-on experience working with a minimum of five unique patients in various stages and types of lymphedema and/or venous wound edema
• Develop and implement one hour therapist intensive treatment sessions with outcomes equal to or better than two to three hour therapist intensive treatment sessions
• Evaluate and establish a plan of care (POC) for a patient
• Create a patient self-management, measurement, and precaution program
• Evaluate and individualize treatment programs for subacute lower extremity orthopedic edema and lymphedema from venous insufficiency
• Demonstrate introductory taping, MFR, and scar management

CERTIFICATION: A certificate will be awarded to those who complete 62 hours (6.2 CEUs) of class time, evening written assignments, and pass a clinical competency test on the final day. The test consists of evaluating, treating, and performing manual lymphatic treatment and bandaging on a patient. Eighty hours (additional 18 hours, 1.8 CEUs) of certification will be awarded to those who complete additional coursework at home. The following sequential modules may allow participants to apply for the Lymphology Association of North America (LANA) exam: Lymphedema 1, Lymphedema 2, Lymphedema 3. Therapists who complete 135 hours of training in these three modules at UWM will be eligible to apply and sit for the Lymphology Association of North America (LANA) national certification exam. To meet LANA requirements, participants must complete at least 135 hours of training from one institution. This training cannot exceed four consecutive or cumulative courses. The coursework provided by the training school must meet the following requirements:

• 45 hours (⅓ of 135 hours) delivered: in-person or asynchronous remote or synchronous remote or a combination of in-person, asynchronous remote, and/or synchronous remote
• 90 hours (⅔ of 135 hours) delivered: in-person or synchronous remote or a combination of in-person and synchronous remote
• In-person assessment by the program director or program instructor of psychomotor skills MUST occur in the same physical space; remote assessment will NOT be accepted. The assessment must include the following:Psychomotor skill check covering a minimum of:
  • Upper and lower extremity MLD including pathways and truncal rerouting
  • Upper and lower extremity bandaging

Case-based practical examination to include but not limited to:

• • Student is expected to demonstrate their knowledge, skills, and abilities by critically reasoning through a medical case, followed by MLD and bandaging of that patient

It is the applicant’s responsibility to keep updated on current LANA requirements.

OUT OF CLASS REQUIREMENTS:
Pre-course Reading Assignments:

• Part 1: Chapters 1, 5, 6, 7, 9, and 10
• Part 2: Chapters 1, 3
• Part 3: Chapters 2, 7

During Course Assignments (you can complete these prior to the course):

• Part 2: Chapter 4
• Part 3: Chapter 6
• Part 4: Chapters 3, 4, and 5

REQUIRED COURSE MATERIALS:

• Please bring shorts and a t-shirt or tank top for lab. It is recommended to dress in layers, as the room may be cold during lectures.
• Participants should bring a box of washable markers.
• Chikly, Bruno. Silent Waves: Theory and Practice of Lymph Drainage Therapy: An Osteopathic Lymphatic Technique. 3rd ed. 2017. Participants may either bring their own Silent Waves text or purchase it while registering for $80.00.

Continental breakfast and lunch provided each day; dinner on your own.