CEU Courses for OTs Search: 'lymph'

The therapy pool presents an optimal environment for delivering physical and occupational therapy services to patients dealing with cancer and lymphedema. This course delves into evidence-based practices, examining appropriate interventions, and explores creative and enjoyable aquatic therapy techniques to enhance the well-being of individuals within this specific population.

The purpose of this presentation is to offer Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, and patients a guide to confidently engage in treatment protocols specific to post-mastectomy and/or axillary node dissection. This educational guide covers a range of motion exercises; self-care/ADLs; energy conservation and cancer-related fatigue; outcomes measures to include in evaluation; as well as warning signs to prevent infection, lymphedema, and contractures.

Understanding lymphedema is an introductory course that will review the lymphatic system anatomy, pathophysiology, and indications/contraindications to treatment. At-risk individuals with types of cancers and vascular disorders associated with lymphedema as well as techniques for the non-CLT client will be presented.

This seminar will describe the anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic system in relation to risks for developing wounds. This session will also focus on different types and stages of wounds commonly occurring and outline wound management interventions for individuals living with lymphedema.

The Lymphatic System, an important part of the Vascular and Immune System, relies on movements of the muscles and other vibrations within the body to transport and remove cellular matter for internal balance of fluid. Yoga supports decongestion through practice of whole body movements, breathing, and alignment techniques to support healthy circulation and waste removal.

This is part III of a three-part course on human lymphatics and lymphedema. This course focuses on management of lymphedema using complete decongestive therapy (CDT).

This is the second course in a three-part series on human lymphatics and lymphedema. This course focuses on normal and abnormal lymphatic function.

This course is for practitioners seeking lymphedema certification. The course provides knowledge and information to prepare learners for certification course work.

This course will examine the multidisciplinary approach to cancer care in the breast cancer patient including the role occupational therapy plays in this team. Learners will gain knowledge regarding best practice in screening, rehabilitation and prevention of complications in the breast cancer population.