Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Manual Lymphatic Drainage
Course Code
LF_342
Branch of Science
Clinical medicine; Health care sciences and services
ECTS
3.00
Target Audience
Medical Services
LQF
Level 5
Study Type And Form
Full-Time
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Ilze Briža
Structure Unit Manager
Dita Role
Structural Unit
RSU Liepāja Branch
Contacts
Liepaja, Riņķu Street 24/26, lf@rsu.lv, +371 63442118, +371 63442119, +371 63484632
About Study Course
Objective
To acquire knowledge and develop understanding of the practical application of special types of massage: manual lymphatic drainage.
Preliminary Knowledge
Human anatomy, physiology, pathological physiology, classical massage.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.As a result of learning about special massages, students will know the basic techniques and indications of manual lymphatic drainage.
Skills
1.As a result of learning about special massages, students will be able to use the basic techniques and application technique and methodology of manual lymphatic drainage. To equip a massage salon and use the substances used in the massage, according to the chosen type of massage.
Competences
1.The student will be able to use the acquired theoretical and practical knowledge in professional activities.
Assessment
Individual work
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Attendance of lectures and practical classes, preparation for examination according to the content of the study course; preparation for the final examination of the study course; individual and group work; work with study materials, study literature (research, analysis); drawing up of practical work results; performance of specific tasks; preparation of presentations; attending consultations on the content of the study course.
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Examination
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Testing of knowledge in the form of a short test during each practical class. Review and assessment of students’ independent work. Final test of theoretical knowledge at the end of the study cycle – exam.
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 1
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Lecture
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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History of lymphatic drainage massage. Techniques of lymphatic drainage massage and difference thereof from classical massage. Structure and functions of the lymphatic system. Setting the goals for the lymphatic drainage massage procedure. Evaluating the masseur’s performance and comparing the results with the set goals.
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Lecture
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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History of lymphatic drainage massage. Techniques of lymphatic drainage massage and difference thereof from classical massage. Structure and functions of the lymphatic system. Setting the goals for the lymphatic drainage massage procedure. Evaluating the masseur’s performance and comparing the results with the set goals.
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Lecture
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Indications and contraindications of lymphatic drainage massage. Specifics of lymphatic drainage massage depending on the age of the patient (client). Organisation of the masseur’s work process. Examination of the patient (client) before the massage procedure. Anamnesis when starting massage.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Indications and contraindications of lymphatic drainage massage. Specifics of lymphatic drainage massage depending on the age of the patient (client). Organisation of the masseur’s work process. Examination of the patient (client) before the massage procedure. Anamnesis when starting massage.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Techniques of lymphatic drainage massage and difference thereof from classical massage. Specifics of lymphatic drainage massage depending on the age of the patient (client).
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Techniques of lymphatic drainage massage and difference thereof from classical massage. Specifics of lymphatic drainage massage depending on the age of the patient (client).
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Techniques of lymphatic drainage massage and difference thereof from classical massage. Specifics of lymphatic drainage massage depending on the age of the patient (client).
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Organisation of the masseur’s work process. Examination of the patient (client) before the massage procedure. Anamnesis when starting massage. Setting the goals for the lymphatic drainage massage procedure. Evaluating the masseur’s performance and comparing the results with the set goals.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Organisation of the masseur’s work process. Examination of the patient (client) before the massage procedure. Anamnesis when starting massage. Setting the goals for the lymphatic drainage massage procedure. Evaluating the masseur’s performance and comparing the results with the set goals.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Organisation of the masseur’s work process. Examination of the patient (client) before the massage procedure. Anamnesis when starting massage. Setting the goals for the lymphatic drainage massage procedure. Evaluating the masseur’s performance and comparing the results with the set goals.
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
20 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test (Semester)
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Eglīte, K. 2020. Anatomija. 2. daļa, Asinsrites sistēma, iekšējie orgāni, nervu sistēma, sensoriskā sistēma : Mācību līdzeklis bioloģijas, pedagoģijas, optometrijas, farmācijas un citās ne medicīnas studiju programmās. 5. izd. Rīga : LU Akadēmiskais apgāds
2.
Zeidlers I. Ārstnieciskā masāža. R.: Jumava, 2017
3.
Zeidlers, Ints, Ārstnieciskā masāža : kā apgūt un izmantot masāžu dažādu slimību ārstēšanā / Ints Zeidlers. 2. izdevums. Rīga : Avots, 2011. 159, [1] lpp. (akceptējams izdevums)
Additional Reading
1.
Anatomy, Abdomen and Pelvis, Lymphatic Drainage. Mirna Mikhael; Yusuf S. Khan, 2021
2.
Effects of Manual Lymphatic Drainage Techniques on Conditions Affecting the Musculoskeletal System: A Systematic Review. David Doubblestein, Sandy Sublett, Min Huang. 2020
3.
Knipše, G. u.c. Cilvēka anatomija : roka, kāja. Rīga : LU Akadēmiskais apgāds, 2020