ONLINE-CLC07-Phases & Components of CDT (CLC07)
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| , Ongoing | |
| Jan 01, 2017 | |
| Dec 31, 2017 | |
| $145.00 | |
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| 6 Hours - Participants will learn the phases and components of Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT). The four components of CDT are Manual Lymph Drainage, Compression, Skin Care and Exercise. Included in this course are video sequences demonstrating various manual modalities, to include Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) techniques and the application of basic padded short-stretch bandaging techniques for the upper and lower extremities. These videos are not intended to fully train participants in techniques known as Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT), or to treat patients, but only serve as an information and introduction to techniques used in the treatment and management of lymphedema. To perform MLD and bandaging techniques on individuals and patients additional information, such as contraindications, treatment sequences, etc., which is provided in certification courses and seminars, is required. Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to: - Define the goals of treatment Phase I and Phase II of Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT) - Evaluate when Phase I of CDT ends and Phase II begins - Define the components of CDT - Describe the effects of each component of CDT - Define the principle of the Law of LaPlace and the role of padding in lymphedema management - Identify the difference in working and resting pressures associated with long-stretch and short-stretch bandages - Differentiate the different compression classes in lymphedema garments - Differentiate the additional compression alternatives in addition to short-stretch bandages and compression garments Participants must click through the entire presentation and at the end of the course, there is an exam that must be completed with a 90% or better. Upon successful completion of the exam, you will be able to print your certificate of completion. | |
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