88401 - The Introduction to Lymphatic Drainage (BO)

Academic Year 2025/2026

  • 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 students will acquire knowledge related to the anatomy, histology and physiopathology of Lymphatic system.

Course contents

Presentation of the method and glossary.

Anatomy and physiology of Lymphatic system.

Treatment.

In consideration of the types of activities and teaching methods adopted, the attendance of this training activity requires all students to carry out modules 1 and 2 in e-learning mode and participation in the third module of specific training on safety and health in the places of study / internship.

Students with learning disorders and\or temporary or permanent disabilities: please, contact the office responsible (https://site.unibo.it/studenti-con-disabilita-e-dsa/en/for-students) as soon as possible so that they can propose acceptable adjustments. The request for adaptation must be submitted in advance (15 days before the exam date) to the lecturer, who will assess the appropriateness of the adjustments, taking into account the teaching objectives.

Readings/Bibliography

  1. Wittlinger H, Wittlinger G. Introduzione al Linfodrenaggio Manuale secondo Vodder. Vol. 1: Corso base (1° ed. italiana). Roma: Marrapese, 1983.
  2. Kurz I. Introduzione al Linfodrenaggio Manuale secondo Vodder. Vol. 2: Terapia I (1° ed. italiana). Roma: Marrapese, 1983.
  3. Kurz I. Introduzione al Linfodrenaggio Manuale secondo Vodder. Vol. 3: Terapia II (1° ed. italiana). Roma: Marrapese, 1983.

Teaching methods

Lectures

Practical tests of palpation 

Manipulative treatment 

Assessment methods

Written exam with multiple choice.

With two wrong answers, it's necessary an oral exam.

Teaching tools

Pc, video-projector and beds

Office hours

See the website of Maria Grazia De Giorgio