Combined Decongestive Therapy using Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) / Non-Invasive Complex Lymphedema Therapy (CLT) (Vodder, Foeldi, Asdonk)

Manual lymph drainage is a highly effective massage technique to drain the body’s lymphatic fluid and is considered a medical procedure in cases of primary or/and secondary lymphedema. It is necessary to combine massage work with compression therapy to successfully treat manifested lymphedema. This bandaging of the affected limb/s is an important component of the therapy using specific bandages and interfacing materials. Remedial exercises and deep breathing are performed to promote venous and lymphatic flow. The patient is schooled in skin hygiene to help eliminate bacterial and fungal growth and minimise the possibility of repeated attacks of cellulitis and/or lymphangitis.

Western hemisphere approach to using reflexology points in the feet to treat a multitude of disorders and ailments in the fields of orthopaedics, neurology, internal medicine & psychiatry.

Seminar for functional physiotherapy, using a multitude of canvas slings to suspend the patient “weightlessly” in the air, allowing the therapist to manipulate joints and structures painlessly and stressfree.

Kinesio Taping, Auckland, New Zealand

For more than 25 years,  Kinesio Taping has been breaking new ground in the fields of sports performance, pain management and physical therapy.

The Kinesio Taping Method is designed to facilitate the body’s natural healing process while allowing support and stability to muscles and joints without restricting the body’s range of motion. It is used to successfully treat a variety of orthopedic, neuromuscular, neurological and medical conditions.

• Re-educate the neuromuscular system
• Reduce pain
• Reduce swelling
• Enhance performance
• Prevent injury
• Promote improved circulation and healing

Ortho-Bionomy, Auckland, New Zealand

Phase 4

Ortho-Bionomy is a gentle, non-invasive, osteopathically-based form of body therapy which is highly effective in working with chronic stress, injuries and pains or problems associated with postural and structural imbalances. The practitioner uses gentle movements and positions of the body to facilitate the change of stress and pain patterns. A strong focus is placed on the comfort of the individual, no forceful manipulations are used. The practitioner also suggests home exercises that individuals can do to further facilitate the neuromuscular re-education process begun in the session. Ortho-Bionomy is very effective in helping alleviate both acute and chronic pain and stress patterns by reducing chronic muscle tension, soothing the joints, increasing flexibility, improving circulation, and relaxing the entire body.

Ortho-Bionomy, Auckland, New Zealand

Postural Re-Education and Post Techniques

Kinesio Taping (KT1 & KT2), Auckland, New Zealand

Treatment modality in lymphedema management and physio-therapy

Visceral Manipulation, Barral Institute, Christchurch, New Zealand

Abdomen 1

Dry Needling and Five Traditional Chinese Methods

Dry Needling and Five Traditional Chinese Methods

• CranioSacral Therapy and Healing Touch.
• Complete massage therapy including, among others, classical massage, connective tissue massage (Dicke), deep tissue massage, manual lymphatic drainage (Foeldi/Asdonk), foot reflexology (Marquardt), periost massage.
• Watsu

• Assisting Spa Director in managing Top Class Resort Spa.
• Complete massage therapy including classical massage, deep tissue massage, manual lymphatic drainage, foot reflexology, hot stone massage, body wraps, facials.

• Complete massage therapy including classical massage, connective tissue massage (Dicke), deep tissue massage, manual lymphatic drainage (Foeldi/Asdonk), foot reflexology (Marquardt), periost massage.
• Watsu

• Complete massage therapy including classical massage, connective tissue massage (Dicke), deep tissue massage, manual lymphatic drainage (Foeldi/Asdonk), foot reflexology (Marquardt), periost massage.

• Complete massage therapy including classical massage, connective tissue massage (Dicke), deep tissue massage, manual lymphatic drainage (Foeldi/Asdonk), foot reflexology (Marquardt), periost massage.

• Complete Internship according to the regulations for Physical Therapy in Germany
• Treatment of rehabilitation patients in the fields of orthopaedic surgery, neurology, psychiatry and cardiology.
• Complete massage therapy including classical massage, connective tissue massage (Dicke), underwater pressure massage, manual lymphatic drainage (Foeldi/Asdonk), foot reflexology (Marquardt), periost massage.
• Exercise therapy in water (individual and groups).
• Electrotherapy (galvanic; faradaysic; low-, medium-, high-frequency current; diadynamic; I/T-curve diagnostic; electrical treatment of paralysis).
• Ultrasonic therapy.
• Hydrotherapy (Kneipp).
• Suspension table therapy.

• Complete manual lymphatic drainage.
• Compression therapy.
• Exercise and breathing therapy.

• Classical massage therapy.
• Connective tissue massage.
• Non-Invasive Complex Lymphedema Therapy.
• Hydromassage using underwater pressure hose.
• Ultrasonic therapy.
• January 1992 – September 1992

• Treatment of orthopaedic and cardiovascular problems.
• Swedish and athletic massage.
• Underwater pressure massage.
• Hydrotherapy.
• Electrotherapy.
• Applications of heat (e.g. mudpacks, fango, heatlamps).
• Assistance in manual lymphatic drainage for edema patients