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Lymphoedema Gold Coast - cancelled

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Who should attend 

This course is suitable for healthcare professionals who are required to manage patients with Lymphoedema, Lipoedema, and Oedema associated with vascular pathologies. 

Key learning outcomes 
On completion, participants will be better able to: 

Outline the legal and professional requirements related to Lymphoedema Management.  

Recognise the anatomy and physiology related to the lymphatic system. 

Explain Microcirculation theory such as fluid exchange in tissues, modified Starling’s equilibrium, and microcirculation imbalances  

Identify the causes and classification of lymphoedema 

Differentiate between Lymphoedema and Lipoedema and oedema associated with vascular pathologies 

Understand current treatment modalities available  

Assess patients for appropriate treatment choices for different conditions 

Demonstrate effective compression bandaging, medical compression garments, and wrap techniques  

Demonstrate effective compression bandaging, medical compression garments, and wrap techniques, with wound and ulcer management 

Identify contraindications and precautions when applying compression garments and bandages 

 

Presenter Biography 
Susan Butcher 
Susan is a highly skilled and qualified Lymphoedema Therapist. As the current clinical manager of the Oedema Institute, Susan’s role focuses on the treatment/management of associated oedema issues, education, and research for both health professionals and patients. Susan is also the director of the National Lymphoedema Practitioner Register Committee where she works tirelessly to maintain and promote the professional standards of practice for lymphoedema management as well as facilitating collaborative lymphoedema research and a better understanding of the prevalence of lymphoedema in Australia and New Zealand. 

  

Program Outline

 
 
 
 
 
 

8:45 am

 
 
 
 

Registration

 
 
 
 

9:00 am

 
 

Session 1

  • Understanding the lymphatic system

  • Microcirculation theory 

  • Classification of Lymphoedema 

  • Differentiation between Lymphoedema, Lipoedema and oedema associated with vascular pathologies 

 
 
 
 

11 am

 
 

Morning tea

 
 
 
 

11:30 am

 
 

Session 2

  • Understanding treatment modalities 

  • Contraindications and precautions related to treatment modalities 

  • Prescribing compression garments and bandaging and the use of medical compression garment 

 
 
 
 

1 pm

 
 

Lunch

 
 
 
 

1:45 pm

 
 

Session 3 

  • Practical hands-on session 

 
 
 
 

3: 45 pm 

 
 

Workshop wrap up 

 
 
 
 

4:30 pm

 
 

Close


TO REGISTER


Sign in or create an account to secure your place today.

ACN members
Please log in to your membership account using the My ACN drop down box on our website.  
Non members
If you have never enrolled into one of our online courses, you will need to “create a new account” following the prompts.  
If you have previously enrolled, you can log on using your previous username and password.

By registering for the short course you are agreeing to the registration Terms and Conditions.


Fees  
Members:   $300                   Non-Members: $350









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Friday, 15 September 2023
9:00 am to 4:30 pm
$350
TBA
Gold Coast QLD
Face to Face
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Add to Calendar 09/15/2023 9:00AM 09/15/2023 4:30PM Australia/Canberra Lymphoedema Gold Coast - cancelled This face-to-face workshop will provide participants with evidence-based knowledge and skills to effectively manage patients with Lymphoedema. Participants will gain a greater understanding of the aetiology of Lymphoedema, Lipoedema, and Oedema associated with vascular pathologies. Participants will also develop knowledge and skills related to patient assessment and the use of current therapy modalities including an extensive range of garment options available and how best to utilise them for improved patient outcomes. TBA Gold Coast QLD
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TO REGISTER

ACN members

  • Please log in to your MyACN Member account.

Non members

  • If you have never registered, you will need to "create a new account" following the prompts
  • If you have previously registered, you can log in using your existing username and password.

 

By registering you agree to the Registration Terms and Conditions.

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