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Breast Care Using Lymphatic Drainage Massage(C111)
with Denise Gleason
CE Credits: 13 Hours
Cost: $270 ($315 if registering within 7 days of class)
Prerequisite: E305 10-week Lymphatic Class.
This class will be a prerequisite for a future class, “Lymphatic Drainage for Compromised Breasts”.
Students will give and receive the work in the classroom; therefore, this class will be limited to female therapists.
This class will provide attendees with knowledge of the anatomy the lymphatic system pertaining to the breast area, skills in lymphatic drainage technique to palpate lymphatic fluid and stimulate drainage in the normal, healthy breast. They will also learn boundaries for legal and appropriate inclusion of breast massage in their practice, an overview of indications and contraindications for lymphatic drainage massage, and knowledge of how to instruct clients on healthy breast care in everyday life. Breast tissue is often ignored in massage in the United States, but it is a useful technique to assist clients in flushing their breast tissue of toxic cells which may be the result of exposure to many household or cosmetic products.
Wear comfortable clothes and bring materials to take notes, if you wish. All other equipment and supplies will be provided. A lunch break will be taken midday. You may bring your lunch, or eat at one of the many restaurants located nearby.
Call Teresa Greene at 615-370-9794 if you have any questions.
Instructor: Denise Gleason, LMT, CLT, is a licensed massage therapist and a Certified Lymphedema Therapist with a practice specializing in Lymphedema and other Lymphatic conditions. She has been an instructor at Cumberland Institute since 2001.
Lymphatic Drainage Massage for Head/Neck/Brain(C114)
with Denise Gleason
CE Credits: 20 Hours
Cost: $420 ($460 if registering within 7 days of class)
No Prerequisites. This class is designed to teach you to move stagnate lymph to boost the immune system, clean sinus, reduce swelling, increase circulation and speed healing.
The entire Lymphatic system will be addressed within this class. It is a nurturing and relaxing massage for those who may not be able to tolerate deep pressure. Head, Neck & Brain work is the basis for all Lymphatic Drainage and can be easily integrated with other modalities.
Wear comfortable clothes and bring materials to take notes, if you wish. All other equipment and supplies will be provided. A lunch break will be taken midday. You may bring your lunch, or eat at one of the many restaurants located nearby.
Call Teresa Greene at 615-370-9794 if you have any questions.
Advanced Lymphatic for Head & Neck(C113)
with Denise Gleason
CE Credits: 8 Hours
Cost: $190 ($235 if registering within 7 days of class)
This class is designed to teach advanced lymphatic techniques to move lymph from the neck, head and brain.
Prerequisites: The 10-week Lymphatic Drainage course in 2017 or later or C114 – Lymphatic for Head, Neck & Brain in 2016/2017 class at Cumberland. In addition to Cumberland classes above, each therapist should also have taken a minimum of one of the following:
- C321 – Fascial Freedom Techniques taught at Cumberland
- Myofascial Release 1 by John Barnes
- T502 – Craniosacral Therapy 10-week class taught at Cumberland
- Upledger’s CS1 Certification
The review is minimal, so be sure that you have been actively using the lymphatic head/neck/brain sequence. Lymphatic Drainage is the basis for this class and will be demonstrating how to integrate with other modalities.
Wear comfortable clothes and bring materials to take notes, if you wish. All other equipment and supplies will be provided. A lunch break will be taken midday. You may bring your lunch, or eat at one of the many restaurants located nearby.
Call Teresa Greene at 615-370-9794 if you have any questions.
Advanced Lymphatic --Extremities(C115)
with Denise Gleason
CE Credits: 8 Hours
Cost: $190.00 ($235.00 if registering within 7 days of class)
This class is designed to teach advanced lymphatic techniques to move lymph from the hands, arms, feet and legs. This class is mostly all hands-on.
Prerequisites: The 10-week Lymphatic Drainage course in 2017 or later or C114 – Lymphatic for Head, Neck & Brain in 2016/2017 class at Cumberland. In addition to Cumberland classes above, each therapist should also have taken a minimum of one of the following:
- C321 – Fascial Freedom Techniques taught at Cumberland
- Myofascial Release 1 by John Barnes
- T502 – Craniosacral Therapy 10-week class taught at Cumberland
- Upledger’s CS1 Certification
The review is minimal, so be sure that you have been actively using the lymphatic full body sequence. Lymphatic Drainage is the basis for this class and will be demonstrating how to integrate with other modalities.
This will be clothed work. Please wear comfortable clothing: with regards to the shirt - be sure there is easy access to the neck (anterior and posterior). Some lecture material will be provided, bring a pen or pencil to take notes, if you wish. All other equipment and supplies will be provided.
A lunch break will be taken midday. You may bring your lunch, or eat at one of the many restaurants located nearby. Call Teresa Greene at 615-370-9794 if you have any questions.
Advanced Lymphatic Technique for Liver & Gallbladder(C117)
with Denise Gleason
CE Credits: 8 Hours
Cost: $190.00 ($235.00 if registering within 7 days of class)
Prerequisites: The 10-week Lymphatic Drainage course in 2017 or later
The Advanced Lymphatic Drainage Technique class is a part of the Advanced Abdominal Lymphatics series presented by Denise Gleason, LMT, CLT. This class will discuss the overall function of the liver and gallbladder including the seasonal cycle and 24-cycle of the two organs. The class will also provide you with tools to assess from client’s problem description and actions, if liver and gallbladder need to be addressed during their session by learning to recognize emotional and physical components. Additionally, the class will touch on the visceral connections of the liver and gallbladder and how that can affect other parts of the body. Lastly, you will be taught a Lymphatic Drainage Technique routine that will help to move the lymphatics of both the liver and gallbladder.
This class is a combination of lecture and hands-on bodywork. Some lecture materials will be provided, bring a pen or pencil to take notes, if you wish. All other equipment and supplies will be provided. A lunch break will be taken midday. You may bring your lunch, or eat at one of the many restaurants located nearby.
Understanding How to Massage Lymphedema Patients(C116)
with Denise Gleason
CE Credits: 4 Hours
Cost: $119 ($159 if registering within 7 days of class)
This class is designed to teach you about the disease of Lymphedema so that you can gain an understanding on how to massage to benefit and not hinder their condition.
Prerequisites: NONE
This is a lecture class. No table work will be done. An understanding of pressure will be explored while in class along with a discussion of massage techniques that are appropriate.
Call Teresa Greene at 615-370-9794 if you have any questions.
Understanding How to Massage Lymphedema Patients(C116)
with Denise Gleason
CE Credits: 4 Hours
Cost: $119 ($164 if registering within 7 days of class)
This class is designed to teach you about the disease of Lymphedema so that you can gain an understanding on how to massage to benefit and not hinder their condition.
Prerequisites: NONE
This is a lecture class. No table work will be done. An understanding of pressure will be explored while in class along with a discussion of massage techniques that are appropriate.
Call Teresa Greene at 615-370-9794 if you have any questions.