Lymphoedema: Monitoring & Intervention After Breast Cancer
Lymphoedema following breast cancer treatment is a poorly understood and under-researched condition which can significantly impact physical and psychological function, reduce quality of life and result in substantial cost burdens to both patients and the healthcare system. In these interactive modules we will cover an introduction to lymphoedema, lymphatic physiology and anatomy, assessment and treatment, as well as utilise case studies to understand the prospective surveillance and early intervention model of care in breast cancer rehabilitation. This course is brought to you by the Austral
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- Duration 8 hours
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Lymphoedema following breast cancer treatment is a poorly understood and under-researched condition which can significantly impact physical and psychological function, reduce quality of life and result in substantial cost burdens to both patients and the healthcare system. In these interactive modules we will cover an introduction to lymphoedema, lymphatic physiology and anatomy, assessment and treatment, as well as utilise case studies to understand the prospective surveillance and early intervention model of care in breast cancer rehabilitation. This course is brought to you by the Australian Lymphoedema Education, Research and Treatment program (ALERT) at Macquarie University, Sydney, Australia.Modules
Welcome
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- Welcome
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- About ALERT
- Course Overview
Introduction to Lymphoedema
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- Introduction to Lymphoedema Quiz
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- Introduction to Lymphoedema
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- Readings and Related Articles
Lymphatic Physiology
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- Lymphatic Physiology Quiz
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- Lymphatic Physiology
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- Readings and Related Articles
Lymphatic Anatomy
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- Lymphatic Anatomy Quiz
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- Lymphatic Anatomy
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- Readings and Related Articles
Assessment & Treatment
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- Assessment & Treatment Quiz
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- Assessment & Treatment
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- Readings and Related Articles
Case Studies
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- Case Studies Quiz
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- Case Studies
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This professional-level course on Coursera, developed by the Australian Lymphoedema Education, Research and Treatment program at Macquarie University, focuses on lymphoedema monitoring and intervention post-breast cancer. Spanning 480 minutes, it delves into lymphatic physiology, assessment, treatment, and case studies. Ideal for healthcare professionals, it offers Starter and Professional subscription options.
Louise Koelmeyer