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Learn lymphatic anatomy and its role in self-care within the Pilates environment, not only for cancer treatment restoration but also for orthopedic surgery and childbirth traumas. Understanding the role of the lymphatic system in healing and well-being adds to the toolbox of pain alleviation and healing from trauma and illnesses.
Objectives
At the end of this hour, learners will be able to:
- Better understand the characteristics of the lymphatic system
- Better understand self-care techniques to alleviate pain and swelling in the trunk
- Better understand how to support clients having undergone surgery and treatment for cancer and/or orthopedics, as well as support post-natal restoration
- Better understand breathing exercises for lymphatic circulation in the Pilates environment
Lesson Plan
- Description of professional lymphatic training
- Description of the general anatomy and characteristics of the lymphatic system
- Description of the body’s lymphatic circulatory system
- Demonstrations and coaching of tactile self-cueing to affect the lymphatic drainage system
- Follow-along demonstration of a lymphatic sequence involving self-massage, and breathing exercises.
