The Management of Palliative Lymphoedema

This Study Day is aimed at:

This training is suitable for all healthcare professionals caring for patients with lymphoedema working in the community, hospital setting, care or nursing home.

 This Study Day will cover:

• Outline the anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic system including classification, differential diagnosis and clinical signs of lymphoedema
• Help learners understand the impact lymphoedema can have on a person’s life both physically and psychologically
• Look at the management principles for lymphoedema
• Give learners the opportunity to practise elements of the treatment of lymphoedema including palliative bandaging, simple lymphatic drainage massage and kinesio-taping.

There will be an opportunity for learners to practise techniques for managing lymphoedema.