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    Webinar Recording │ Lymphoedema Basics for Health Professionals

    Webinar Recording │ Lymphoedema Basics for Health Professionals

    The lymphoedema education webinar recording covers understanding lymphoedema, identifying its signs and symptoms, steps to take if suspected, appropriate referral options, and the importance of referring to a qualified therapist.

    Helen Eason (Advanced Practice Physiotherapist) will discuss lymphoedema, its risk factors and early warning signs, how it is treated and what to do if you suspect your client has lymphoedema.   

    Helen Eason trained in the UK and for the last 24 years has specialised in oncology and lymphatic disorder management earning her titled status for lymphoedema and cancer management in 2020 by the APA. Helen has worked in both the public and private setting treating lymphoedema patients and has been invited to present at various conference worldwide. Helen has a special interest in lipoedema and is a PhD candidate currently researching assessment tools for the lipoedema phenotypes.

     

    Learning Outcomes

    • Provide education on:
      • Understanding what lymphoedema is
      • Identifying the signs and symptoms of lymphoedema
      • Steps to take if you suspect a patient has lymphoedema
      • Appropriate referral options
      • Importance of referring to a qualified lymphoedema therapist