Manual lymphatic therapy for massage therapists

Massage and Bodywork Therapists...

Would you like to move into the lucrative postoperative patient care field but don't yet have Lymphatic Massage training?

Allow me to guide you on your journey to safely and effectively helping people recover after cosmetic plastic surgery

DISCOVER HOW

Meeting Petra was an absolute pleasure. She is as nice and helpful in person as you see on social media. More importantly, Petra’s knowledge of the Lymphatic System is second to none and her passion oozes through her teaching. I would 💯 recommend this workshop to any massage therapist. Don’t miss out! Book your place today. You will not regret it.

KERRY LIDDELL

The cosmetic plastic surgery business is a multi-billion dollar global business and is expected to continue growing as surgery becomes more achievable, both financially and logistically.

As more and more people are opting to have surgery, the demand for postoperative care is growing too.

Treating someone who has just been through the trauma of a surgical procedure is in no way similar to treating someone with a 'normal' body.

In other words, even though you may be qualified as a massage therapist, that doesn't mean you know how to safely and effectively treat postoperative patients.

It's time to level up your knowledge and skills!

The training gave me a better overall understanding of and more confidence to treat holistically. The online platform was invaluable for laying the foundation before the hands-on training. Petra was always happy to provide info, feedback and additional knowledge, reinforced by her passion to raise the bar in this therapy. I would highly recommend it. It was worth every penny!

JO-ANNA COXALL

Strengthen your treatment repertoire

MLD is a prerequisite for this training.

The postoperative plastic and cosmetic surgery industry is steadily growing, as is the need for suitably knowledgeable and qualified therapists treating these people.

And because of this, many massage therapists are seeing this as a lucrative income stream.

However, sadly, many courses in Lymphatic Massage lack substance and teach incorrect techniques, not suitable for treating postoperative patients.

When you are working with such a delicate patient population such as post-plastic surgery patients, it is vital that not only your techniques are right, but that you have a clear understanding of what happens when you are mobilising tissue fluid.

Let me guide you on your journey to postop success by starting with the basics.

Once you've completed this training, you will have in-depth knowledge of the anatomy of the lymphatic system and be confident performing a whole body and face, Manual Lymphatic Therapy treatment.

You will be on your road to supporting patient recovery. Not compromising it!

Thank you, Petra, for the amazing course you put together. It was beyond helpful and has given me a huge confidence boost when it comes to treating clients holistically. Thanks again!

DANIELA ANGHEL

GROW YOUR POSTOP THERAPY BUSINESS WITH PETRA

Add to your knowledge of Manual Lymphatic Therapy

with the 3-day, Manual Lymphatic Therapy workshop

3 Full days of in-person, hands-on training
Online theory to complete in advance
Learn Manual Lymphatic Therapy for the body and face
Ample opportunity to practice on each other

Absolutely do it! Petra's knowledge and experience are invaluable and will aid you in becoming a much better practitioner for yourself, your clients and your business.

KAREN SCOTT

Are you searching for more robust training so you feel confident each time a patient walks into your clinic?

Do you want to expand your massage skills so you can move into working with postoperative patients?

Adding Manual Lymphatic Therapy to your knowledge and skills in Massage Therapy will give you...

An additional income stream
Ability to provide another therapy to incorporate into your services
No longer be a one-size-fits-all treatment provider
No more guessing what else you can do to enhance your patient's recovery after injury
A fully booked diary, weeks in advance.
Progress to safely working with postoperative patients

Our industry is designed so that our integrity is in our own hands, this training is one that raises the bar for all of us. My previous lymphatic massage training covered some of this but I felt like we really blew by so much of it. This training went into depth, we really dug into the topics.

BRITTANY KASEORU

When I qualified as a massage therapist in 2003, I knew I didn't want to be 'just' another massage therapist.

I knew there was more I wanted to give my clients, than a simple massage.

Having completed additional training in Myofascial Release, I could see the benefits this profound therapy had on women who were experiencing pain and discomfort following radical mastectomy.

Fortunately, I was working in a Sports Injury and Physiotherapy clinic in Northern Ireland, who like me, wanted me to progress.

So, in 2006, I left my five-year-old daughter with my mum and travelled to Michigan, USA to train in treating problematic scars. As part of the training, I had to learn about the Lymphatic System. So, I studied Bruno Chikly's Lymph Drainage Therapy (LDT) parts 1 and 2. Then in 2008 I completed my Manual Lymph Drainage and Complete Decongestive Therapy training with Klose Training.

Since then I've had a successful career treating lymphedema, and lipoedema and in helping people recover better after surgery.

In recent years, I've become aware of an increase in schools offering training in Lymphatic Massage, which lacks depth and substance.

So, in 2021, I developed the Aftercare Academy to provide cutting-edge, advanced training to help therapists like you, gain confidence working with plastic surgery patients.

The Manual Lymphatic Therapy training is a prerequisite if you wish to progress to working with postop plastic and cosmetic surgery patients and attend our Advanced Postoperative Therapy training.

It was what I was missing. The Postoperative Therapy training covers a very wide range of subjects, and I have learned a lot. Everything seems to fall in place for me, and all that I am doing makes sense. I am credible.

MISRAK

Clinics, Surgeons And Hospitals Petra Has Worked With

Manual Lymph Drainage is one thing. Working with postop patients is a whole different ball game! After I finished the training, my clients could feel the confidence in my touch.

JESSICA SAYLOR

Come and join us at Wood MediSpa! We make learning fun!

I struggled with confidence before doing the training but since doing it, I've been inundated with patients. If you're hesitating about doing it, don't. Just do it!

SARAH HOGAN

What's Included in Your Workshop

Manual Lymphatic Therapy

On completion of the 3-DAY, hands-on workshop you will be able to:

Explain what the lymphatic system and how it functions

Explain how lymph is formed

Explain how interstitial fluid becomes lymph

Explain how lymph is moved out of the interstitium and into the lymphatic system

Know what the contraindications are for treatment

Show proficiency in performing Manual Lymphatic Therapy routines for:

Face
Eyes and Nose
Breast and chest
Deep Abdomen
Torso including Arms (prone and supine)
Legs (prone and supine)

The benefits of Manual Lymphatic Therapy are:

Immune system boost
Reduce inflammation
Detoxification of the tissues
Swelling reduction after injury
Helps with relaxation
Promotes better sleep
Improves skin health
Alleviates sinus congestion
Reduces puffy eyes
Your first step towards working with postoperative patients.

Petra has clearly put every ounce of her being into this course. She was consistently professional, passionate, incredibly knowledgeable, humble and more than anything kind. She created a safe learning environment where it was ok to be vulnerable and ask the niggling questions. I feel equipped to practice safely and to step out and actually practice MLD.

ANNALIESE PHILLIPS

Manual Lymphatic Therapy Workshop

£997

3-Day, In-Person

Includes:

3 Full-day, hands-on, in-person training
Online theory to complete in advance
Training Manual
Breakfast, lunch and snacks
10% discount to join the Advanced Postoperative Therapy workshop

You must have a recognised Massage Therapy qualification and basic Anatomy and Physiology to join this workshop.

REGISTER FOR THE NOVEMBER WORKSHOP

DATES: 13th, 14th, 15th November 2024

I need 10 people to run this workshop. If there aren't enough people to cover my costs, the workshop will be postponed until there enough students.

I gained more understanding of how the lymph works and how the lymph is moved out of the tissue, and most importantly, understanding how to move lymph correctly. If you do this course, you won’t regret it!

VICKY HUDSON

JOIN THE COMMUNITY

I want to support you through your journey. So, once you have completed any of the workshops, you can join the Postoperative Therapy community.

This community is a safe place to meet fellow therapists from around the world, and somewhere you can ask questions. I'll be in there regularly supporting you along the way.