Lesson 1Lower limb sequences: proximal-to-distal clearing, thigh sweeping toward inguinal region, calf pumps, ankle decongestion techniquesThis section presents ordered lower limb sequences, stressing from-centre-to-edge clearing, thigh sweeps to groin area, calf pumps, and ankle clearing, while guarding joints, veins, and delicate tissues in drainage.
Proximal clearing before distal workThigh sweeping toward inguinal regionCalf pump techniques and directionsAnkle and dorsum of foot decongestionAdjustments for varicose and fragile veinsLesson 2Core stroke categories: stationary circles, pumps, coils, scoops, and rhythmic sliding—biomechanics and intended effectThis section defines main stroke types in Brazilian lymphatic drainage, like fixed circles, pumps, coils, scoops, and steady sliding, explaining body mechanics, hand touch, and specific body aims for each.
Stationary circles: contact and directionPump strokes: amplitude and recoilCoils and scoops for curved regionsRhythmic sliding along lymph pathwaysMatching stroke choice to tissue needsLesson 3Use of positioning and gravity: supine, semi-Fowler, side-lying and prone positioning to facilitate directional flowThis section explains using position and gravity to aid lymph flow, comparing back-lying, half-upright, side-lying, and face-down, with supports, angles, and shifts that boost ease and drainage.
Supine positioning and leg elevationSemi-Fowler for abdominal comfortSide-lying for flanks and lateral thighProne work with airway and breast careSafe transitions between positionsLesson 4Pressure, rhythm, and timing parameters: quantitative guidance on force (very light to light), stroke duration, strokes per area, and treatment pacingThis section gives measureable advice on pressure, rhythm, and timing, with force levels, stroke length, strokes per spot, and speed, to standardise sessions while fitting each client's needs.
Defining very light and light pressureRecommended stroke counts per regionOptimal stroke duration and cadenceSession pacing and regional time splitsMonitoring fatigue in hands and clientLesson 5Adapting techniques for sensitive, swollen, or fibrotic tissue: reduced pressure, increased frequency, and slower rhythmsThis section teaches adapting methods for tender, swollen, or hardened tissue, with less pressure, more repeats, slower rhythms, and close watch to dodge pain, flare-ups, or extra blockages.
Identifying sensitivity and edema patternsPressure scales for fragile tissuesSlower rhythms and shorter sequencesStrategies for fibrotic or adherent areasWhen to stop and refer to a physicianLesson 6Combining drainage with contouring: sequencing to prioritise lymph clearance before shaping, safe transition strokesThis section details mixing shaping with drainage, putting lymph clearing first before shaping, safe shift strokes, dodging overload or pooling while keeping beauty aim and client safety.
Order of drainage versus shaping strokesRules for safe transition strokesLinking regional sequences into a flowAvoiding lymphatic overload during shapingAdapting plans to client aesthetic goalsLesson 7Specific manoeuvres for abdominal drainage: diaphragmatic facilitation, centripetal scoops, para-umbilical sweeping toward inguinal nodesThis section focuses on belly drainage moves, including diaphragm aid, inward scoops, and around-navel sweeps to groin nodes, minding depth, rhythm, and organ safety for good clearing.
Palpation of abdominal tension patternsDiaphragmatic release and breathing cuesCentripetal scoops toward main collectorsPara-umbilical sweeping to inguinal nodesContraindications and red-flag symptomsLesson 8Gluteal and flank shaping techniques: superficial feathering, longitudinal shaping strokes, and connective-tissue modulation without compressive forceThis section explores buttock and side shaping methods that honour lymph flow, using light feathering, long shaping strokes, and soft tissue adjustment without pressing force that blocks flow.
Mapping gluteal and flank drainage pathsSuperficial feathering for contouringLongitudinal shaping strokes and rhythmGentle fascial modulation without painBlending shaping with drainage exitsLesson 9Palpation-guided adjustments: reading tissue response, assessing refill times, and modifying stroke directionThis section builds touch-guided choices, training to read tissue reaction, check refill time, and change stroke path, depth, rhythm live to keep drainage working and comfy.
Baseline palpation and tissue mappingAssessing lymph refill and emptyingSigns of excessive pressure or speedChanging stroke direction with findingsDocumenting responses for next sessionsLesson 10Inguinal and pelvic node preparation: gentle node-stretching, clearing sequences, and positioning considerationsThis section explains preparing groin and pelvic nodes with soft stretch and clearing, using safe client position to boost lymph entry, guard parts, and make good drainage path for lower belly and legs.
Surface anatomy of inguinal and pelvic nodesClient draping and exposure boundariesHand placement and body mechanicsGentle node-stretching and releaseShort clearing sequences before drainage
