6hrs Online & 3 days Hands-On

The student must complete the online portion of the course prior to the practical portion of the class.


6 hours Online

The online portion of each class focuses on theory related to the subject, such as anatomy, physiology, and pathology.

3 Days Hands-on Practice

Our live session will be dedicated to the core techniques required for the practical application of the subject.

Office Address

Empowerment Massage Academy

11201 Richmond Ave Suite A100B

Houston TX 77082

Curriculum

Enroll in our 24-hour hybrid CE credit class, covering theory online for 6 hours and hands-on full body lymphatic drainage techniques for 18 hours. Dive into specialized MLD for post-ops, focusing on liposuction, abdominoplasty, 360, BBL, and facelifts during 18 intensive hours of practice. Elevate your post-operative care skills today!


Introduction

Lymphatic System

How Aesthetic Surgeries Affect the Lymphatic System

Chapter 1: Quiz- Lymphatic System

Interstitial fluid

Lymphatic Capillaries and Lymphatic Vessels

Pre-collectors & Ducts

A Progressive Pathway

Deep lymphatic system

Chapter 2: Quiz- Structures of the lymphatic system

Lymphatic Ducts

Organs of the lymphatic system

Chapter 3: Quiz-Lymphatic Organs and Ducts

Localization of the lymph nodes

Neck Lymphatic Chain

Lymph Nodes of the Upper Extremities

Lymph Nodes of the Lower Extremities

Major Lymph Nodes

Chapter 4: Quiz Localization of the lymph nodes

Lymphatic Map

Lymphatic Anastomosis Pathways

Chapter 5: Quiz- Lymphatic Map

The Manual Lymphatic Drainage

History of lymphatic drainage

Benefits of MLD Post-ops

Lymphatic Drainage and the Stages of Tissue Healing After Surgical Trauma

Tissue Vulnerability During the Early Stages of Healing

Temperature Considerations During Post-Operative Healing

Chapter 6: Quiz- The Manual Lymphatic Drainage

Contraindications, Precautions & Complications

Client Dizziness or Fainting During Post-Operative Lymphatic Sessions

Working With Post-Operative Clients Without Direct Surgeon Communication

Intake Form

Post-Surgical Complications

Chapter 7: Quiz-Contraindications & Precautions

Lymphatic drainage techniques

Vodder Technique

Casley-Smith Technique

Leduc Technique

Godoy Technique

Opening of the main lymphatic nodes

Application of techniques

Techniques (Vodder & Godoy)

The pressure

Rhythm and speed

Duration by Area

MLD Sequence

Draining the neck

Draining the neck

Deep Lymphatic System Drainage

Draining the upper extremities

Arm Routine- Godoy

Arm Routine-Vodder

Draining the torso

Torso Routine-Vodder

Torso Routine-Goddoy

Draining the lower extremities

Godoy-Leg and Arm Routine

Leg Routine-Vodder

Chapter 8: Quiz- Lymphatic drainage techniques

Lymphatic drainage for Aesthetic Post-surgery

Common Reactions After Aesthetic Surgery

Surgical Drains

Infection Prevention

Chapter 9-Quiz- Lymphatic drainage for Aesthetic Post-surgery

Before the Postoperative Therapy

At the End of the Postoperative Therapy

Number and Frequency of Manual Lymphatic Sessions

Supplies for Post-ops

Compression Garments

Compression by Recovery Stage

Body Contouring Devices

Chapter 10-Quiz- Before and After Postoperative lymphatic drainage

Mammoplasty

Liposuction

Abdominoplasty and Lipectomy

Fat Transfer Procedures

Mommy Makeover

Face and Eye Lift

Chapter 11-Quiz- First and Second Stage Recovery Techniques

Student Reviews

Below are some of the reviews the students have left after taking our course!

I had a great time learning new information. The Post Op Manual Lymphatic Drainage course was very well organized and easy to understand.

Belinda

great course

Babbette

This course was very informative it gave me a much better understanding of post-operative care. I feel more knowledgeable, confident and prepared to safely support clients throughout their recovery.

Angelica

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