📍 Dates: October 15–19, 2025
📅 Pre-Study Day: October 14, 2025

You are reserving your spot for the Aftercare Academy Class in beautiful Deerfield Beach, Florida—a comprehensive, hands-on training experience designed to elevate your skills in lymphatic aftercare techniques.

✔ 40 hours of LIVE training in MLD (Vodder Style) OR
✔ Completion of a shorter MLD course curriculum or online study combined with live training and an added pre-class review day.

📌 If you have registered for a hands-on class prior to October, you may submit this information for review.

📩 Not sure if you qualify? Please email lmillermpp@lymphaticrestorationtherapy.com to verify your eligibility or discuss options to meet the requirement.

🎯 Early Bird Special: $2,800 (Register by April 30, 2025)
🎯 Standard Rate: $3,200 (After April 30, 2025)

💵 Save More with Full Payment!
Pay in full at registration and receive an additional $100 discount.

💳 Payment Plan Option Available!

• If you choose a payment plan, you will be invoiced monthly.
• Payments begin on the 1st of the month after registration and will be divided equally over the remaining months until September 1, 2025.
• If you register after April 1, your payments will be prorated based on the remaining months.
• All payments must be completed by September 15, 2025.

We are currently building our dedicated class page to provide ongoing updates and essential details after registration, including:
✅ Lodging options
✅ Class location details
✅ Food orders (optional)
✅ Additional course materials and resources

I am proud to sponsor this course for Petra Erving and will be present throughout the class to assist and support students.

✔ 5-Day Intensive Training (8 hours per day)
✔ Online Pre-Study Requirement will be distributed once the cost of this class is acquired through full payment or via payments.  Once this course is distributed it is non-refundable (to be completed before Day 1)
✔ All Supplies & Comprehensive Course Manual
✔ Small-Group, Hands-On Learning Experience
✔ Certificate of Completion

💥 Bonus: Optional Hands-On MLD Training Opportunity! 💥

🔹 60 Days or More Before Class: Full refund minus processing & pre-study fees (if pre-study materials have already been distributed).

🔹 Less than 60 Days Before Class:

• Refunds are only available if your spot is filled from the waitlist (minus processing & pre-study fees).
• If your spot is not filled, your deposit will be retained and can be applied to a future class.

🔹 Pre-Study Fee:
Once payments cover the cost of the pre-study materials (approved for NCBTMB CE credits), this portion becomes non-refundable.

Your Pre-study Online course will be distributed 60 days prior to class, if you pay in full you will have access as soon as it is available.

If you would like the Online access prior to 60 days, you can upgrade your purchase to paid in full or there is an upgrade fee to access it earlier. You can contact me at any time to arrange this.

⚠️ Check your schedule carefully before registering. This class has high demand, and waitlisted participants need time to plan their travel.

🏨 Hotel & Travel Considerations:

• Once the minimum class enrollment is secured, we will send group-rate hotel booking details so you can proceed with travel arrangements.
• We strongly recommend booking refundable travel options to account for unexpected events (e.g., illness, severe weather).

🎟 Limited Spaces Available!
This is a highly anticipated course, and spots are limited! Secure your place early and take advantage of the Early Bird savings.

We can’t wait to see you in Deerfield Beach for this incredible learning experience! 😊

Here is the full course breakdown:

Here is a structured outline of your course description:

NCBTMB Approved for 54 CE Points

Upon completion of the training, students will be able to:

1. Explain the anatomy and physiology of the face and body lymphatic system.
2. Describe fluid balance and how surgery affects fluid dynamics.
3. Explain the four phases of wound healing.
4. Outline cosmetic plastic surgery procedures and their potential effects on the patient.
5. Identify common and complex postoperative complications and when to refer the patient back to the surgeon.
6. Address pre- and postoperative stress and anxiety and demonstrate techniques to reduce them.
7. Demonstrate proficiency in patient assessment and creating customized treatment plans based on the surgery, patient presentation, and stage of wound healing.
8. Explain the importance of compression therapy and how it works.
9. Demonstrate proficiency in treatment techniques, including: 
   • Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) specific to cosmetic plastic surgery.
   • Compression garment assessment and the use of foam inserts.
   • K-Taping applications.
   • Positioning, padding, and bolstering for optimal patient comfort.
   • Treating scars and fibrosis post-surgery.

(NCBTMB Approved)

(12 CE Points)

1. The Lymphatic System & Surgery’s Impact
    
   • Anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of the lymphatic system.
   • How the lymphatic system functions.
   • Lymph drainage pathways and fluid balance mechanisms.

1. Fluid Dynamics & Starling’s Principles
    
   • The microcirculation and Starling’s Law.
   • The Glycocalyx Layer and its role in fluid balance.
   • Revised Starling’s Law and updated understanding of fluid dynamics.

1. Surgical Impact on the Lymphatic System
    
   • How surgery alters lymphatic function.
   • Exceptions and unique cases in post-surgical recovery.

1. The Wound Healing Process
    
   • The three intentions of wound healing.
   • The four phases of wound healing.
   • The lymphatic system’s role in wound healing.
   • Factors influencing wound healing efficiency.
   • The impact of surgery on wound healing.

1. Scar Formation & Fibrosis
    
   • The science of pathophysiological scars.
   • What drives excessive collagen formation.
   • Types of scars and their development.
   • How fibrosis occurs in: 
     • VASER liposuction procedures.
     • Complicated wound healing cases.
   • Strategies for preventing fibrosis.

1. Understanding Cosmetic Plastic Surgery Procedures
    
   • Overview of common plastic surgery procedures.
   • Links to surgical procedure videos for deeper insight.

1. Recognizing & Managing Complications
    
   • Introduction to common and complex post-surgical complications.
   • Complications related to liposuction and body contouring.
   • When and how to refer patients for medical attention.

1. Compression Therapy in Post-Surgical Care
    
   • Why compression is crucial post-surgery.
   • How compression works – understanding: 
     • Laplace’s Law
     • Pascal’s Law
   • Using foam inserts and customized compression techniques.

1. Preparing for Your Clients/Patients
    
   • Setting up for effective post-surgical treatment.
   • Developing personalized care strategies.

💲 $1000 (normally $1200)
📜 12 CE Points
🏆 Certification: Upon successful completion, students receive a certificate for the Online Theory (12 CE Points).

(42 CE Points)

1. Treatment Protocols & Sequences for Specific Surgeries
    
   • Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck)
   • Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) & 360 Liposuction
   • Breast Augmentation & Reduction
   • Facelift, Rhinoplasty & Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery)
   • Thigh Lift & Brachioplasty (Arm Lift)

1. Hands-On Techniques & Skills Training
    
   • Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) – Post-surgical applications.
   • Positioning, Bolstering & Padding for comfort & healing.
   • K-Taping techniques for support & swelling control.
   • Negative Pressure Therapy for post-op recovery.
   • Compression Garment Selection & Assessment: 
     • Proper use of foam inserts to optimize results.
   • Scar & Fibrosis Treatment Techniques for smoother healing.

💲 $2200 (Full Price)
💲 $1800 (Early Bird Discount)
📜 42 CE Points
🏆 Certification: A separate certificate is awarded for the In-Person Workshop (42 CE Points).

✔ Online Theory Certificate – 12 CE Points.
✔ Hands-On Workshop Certificate – 42 CE Points.
✔ Total CE Points Earned: 54 CE Points.