- Docente: Margherita Cavessi
- Credits: 2
- Language: Italian
- Teaching Mode: Traditional lectures
- Campus: Bologna
- Corso: First cycle degree programme (L) in Physiotherapy (cod. 8476)
Learning outcomes
At the end of the course the student acquires the knowledge necessary for the practice of manual lymph drainage and is able to perform basic manuals through simulated activities.
Course contents
Anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic system circular
The primary and secondary lymphedema
Lymphatic drainage according to Vodder technique
Indications and contraindications to treatment
Treatment of lymphatic chains Neck
Treatment of the upper limb in the presence or absence of lymph nodes in the armpit
Treatment of the chest and the thoracic region
Treatment of the lower limb
Practical exercises in the treatment of various body
hints on compression bandage
Readings/Bibliography
Denisa Gardens - "Manual lymphatic drainage original method of Dr. Vodder" - BCM Editions
Deinisa Gardens, Stephen Respizzi - "Manual lymphatic drainage therapy and elastic compression treatment" - Edi-ermes
Teaching methods
lectures, practical exercises
Assessment methods
Written examination with open questions
Teaching tools
PC, video projector, television and VCR
Office hours
See the website of Margherita Cavessi