price $339
Credits: 16NCBTMB CEU’s
Instructor: Wilda Del Carmen
This is a 2 DAY CLASS! Please be prepared to attend both days!
Friday August 15 and Sat August 16th, 2025
9am-6pm BOTH days.
Price: $339
16 NCBTMB CEUs [Certifications Awarded Upon Completion]
Instructor: Wilda Del Carmen
(for questions about the content of the class please contact Wilda at yourtimemassage1@gmail.com)
Location: The Wellness Institute of Chester County
402C Gordon Drive
Exton, PA 19341
Facilitator: Robyn Zappy/ WIofCC Acting Director
robynzappy@wcofcc.com
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Manual Lymphatic Drainage is a technique of very light touch that encourages lymph flow in the body. This type of massage is great for edema/swelling reduction, detoxification, and overall well-being. A therapist trained in manual lymphatic drainage technique stimulates the lymphatic system, which is located directly beneath the skin, by using light, pumping movements.
Learning Outcomes:
1.Students will learn the history of MLD (manual lymphatic drainage)
2. Students will learn about the benefits of manual lymphatic drainage with an overview of pressure, pace, lymphatic flow, and lymph node location
3. Students will learn about the anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic system
4. Students will learn about the effects of lymph on each body system
5. Students will learn about specific lymphatic disorders
6. Students will learn about contraindications and indications of manual lymphatic drainage reviewing acute infections, inflammation, cardiovascular problems, venous obstruction, and specific illness where clients are under physician supervision,
7. Students will use the specific lymphatic drainage technique for the following pathologies: lateral and medial epicondylitis, carpal tunnel syndrome pre and post-surgery, Knee pre and post-surgery, ankle sprain and strain; lastly constipation and abdominal discomfort.
8. Students will learn anatomy, physiology, technique pressure, technique direction, and specific sequence of movement for each pathology.
Please wear comfortable LAB Clothes
Please Bring: sheets, gel, oil or lotion, pen and notebook
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