Course Code: REL-RTS-0-LOPOP
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2026
Learning Objectives:
Identify the incidence, etiology, risk factors, and signs and symptoms of lymphedema.
Determine the impact lymphedema has on clinical presentation, evaluation, and treatment.
Recall current guidelines for lymphedema treatment.
Recall essential education topics regarding lymphedema self-management
Outline:
Section 1: About Lymphedema
The Lymphatic System
Primary and Secondary Lymphedema
Common Comorbid Conditions
Intervention for Lymphedema
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Assessment Considerations
Patient Presentation
Education for a Better Understanding
Monitoring Lymphedema Symptoms
Referral Considerations for CDT
Review
Key Takeaway
Section 3: Tailoring Your Treatment
Your Interventions
George
Review
Betty
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
Resources
References
Writer: Nicole Fogarty, PT, DPT
Nicole Fogarty holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Northeastern University. She has experience treating patients with cardiopulmonary, orthopedic, and neurological impairments in the inpatient setting. She also has experience in outpatient orthopedics. She has additional training in medical screening, lumbopelvic examination and treatment, and treatment of patients with cardiopulmonary diseases. Nicole enjoys using her clinical experience and interest in current rehabilitation research as a Physical Therapy writer for Relias.
Subject Matter Expert: Kayla (Boespflug) Hamilton, PT, DPT, NCS, CLT
Kayla holds a Bachelor of Science degree from North Dakota State University in Exercise Science and received her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from The University of Michigan – Flint. Kayla holds additional certifications as an ABPTS Board Certified Neurologic Clinical Specialist and Certified Lymphedema Therapist. She has been a practicing PT for over 8 years and has spent most of her career working in inpatient rehabilitation with various neurological populations. She most enjoys mentoring students, working with those with spinal cord injury, completing specialty wheelchair and seating evaluations, and working with amputees as they learn how to use their prosthetics. Kayla currently is working in an outpatient clinic as the resident lymphedema specialist.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Basic level Physical Therapist; Introductory level Occupational Therapist; in the following settings: Rehabilitation Settings.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.