Class Hours:
Registration: 8:30 a.m. First day
Class: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Last Day: 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Times are subject to change.
Class Description:
Lymph Drainage Therapy is a cutting-edge, hands-on method of lymphatic drainage developed by Bruno Chikly, MD, DO, LMT.
It was created from his award-winning research on the lymphatic system, consistent with recent scientific discoveries.
LDT1 takes traditional lymph drainage techniques and adds a level of precision. LDT is the first technique that enables practitioners to detect and palpate the specific rhythm, direction, depth, and quality of the lymph flow anywhere in the body. Skilled practitioners with developed listening skills can practice Manual Lymphatic Mapping (MLM) of the lymphatic vessels.
LDT practitioners use their hands to assess and enhance overall circulation and determine the best alternate pathways for draining stagnant body fluid (lymph, interstitial, synovial fluid, etc.). Therapists work with flat hands, using all the fingers to simulate gentle, specific wave-like movements.
These subtle manual maneuvers activate lymph and interstitial fluid circulation as well as stimulate the functioning of the immune and parasympathetic nervous systems.
In LDT3, you'll continue to hone your application skills to increase your effectiveness as well as learn numerous technique subtleties to expand your practice range. This advanced class covers deeper lymph and interstitial flow. Dr. Chikly sometimes considers LDT3 the real start of the LDT curriculum.
You will learn techniques to address the organ of the senses viscera and body joints. Advanced class preparation is highly recommended (see below).
Attire/Supplies:
Bring comfortable, loose-fitting clothes. Some of these approaches require touching exposed skin, we encourage you to bring a bath towel, lab clothes, and appropriate undergarments so that you are comfortable.
Short fingernails are required for some techniques.
Due to the potential chemical sensitivities of your classmates, please refrain from wearing perfumes or oils to class.
Cancellation Policy:
Tuition Transfer: The tuition is fully transferable up to 30 days before the start of the class.
Within 14 days, a $200 administrative fee will apply
Within seven (7) days, there is no refund of the deposit.
Tuition Refund: Tuition refund requests must be made in writing. Emails are acceptable. Tuition is fully refundable up to 30 days before the start of the class, after which your tuition is non-refundable. In case of an emergency, any requests for a refund later than 30 days before class starts will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Seats are limited. Reserve today: 480-999-0808 or [email protected]
For any other inquiries, contact [email protected]
Holiday Inn & Suites
4260 Mitchell Way Bellingham,
Washington 98226 United States
One option is to call the front desk at 360-746-6844 and ask to book within the group block titled Chikly Health Institute.
or use this link:
An in-depth advanced study of anatomy is a prerequisite for this class. Please read in Dr. Chikly's book, Silent Waves Part 1 Chapter 10, Part 4 Chapter 1,2, and 5, and all of Part 5.
Also, please review the list of words and see where you stand with your knowledge. It is of utmost importance that you prepare for this class in advance - even if you don't plan to attend the class for a year or so, it is not too early to begin your study of anatomy structures. We have provided below a list of terms for you to familiarize yourself with prior to attending this course.
- Manual Lymphatic Mapping (MLM)
- Periosteum, perineurium
- Aqueous humor, vitreous humor, sclera, anterior chamber and posterior chamber of the eye, Schlemm's canal
- Choroid, retina, cornea, lens, optic nerve, optic chiasma, cataract, glaucoma, retinitis, macular degeneration
- Auricle, tragus, antitragus, intertragic notch, helix, antihelix, concha, cavum, cymba, lobule, external auditory meatus
- Crus of helix
- Cochlea
- Labyrinth of the ear, tinnitus, olfactory bulb, cribriform plate, ethmoid
- Epiglottitis (inflammation of the epiglottis)
- Palatoglossal arch, palatine tonsils, palatopharyngeal arch, hard and soft palate, eustachian tube
- Internal jugular vein, brachiocephalic vein, subclavian vein, dura mater, arachnoid mater, pia mater
- Trachea, carina, bronchi, pleura, parenchyma, spleen, ascending and descending colon, hepatic and splenic flexure, cecum, vermiform appendix, transverse colon, sigmoid, rectum, anus, rectum mucocutaneous junction, submucosa
- The greater and lesser curvature of the stomach, pyloris, duodenum, jejunum, ileum, pancreas, prostate
- Sternum, manubrium, xiphoid process, sternochrondral and chondrocostal articulation of the thorax
- Costovertebral and costotransverse articulation, intervertebral and zygapophyseal articulations (facets)
- The joint capsule of the shoulder, knee, elbow, and hip
