The Homeosomatic Lymphedema Program

The AMMA Lymphedema Technician program is a post graduate program for massage therapists seeking to extend their education beyond their initial 500 or more hours of training in massage therapy. Those completing this AMMA program will receive certification as a Lymphedema Technician.

Many of the techniques and therapeutic protocols used in the Homeosomatic Lymphedema program, those that go beyond the original Vodder lymphedema techniques, have been developed by Dr. Gregory T. Lawton during thirty years of clinical practice. This program teaches a practical, scientifically based approach to the practice and implementation of lymphedema techniques.

This program is divided into several sections. Each section includes specific course assignments and module tasks that must be completed and sent to the AMMA for grading and credit. The entire program is the time and work equivalent of a one semester college course.

National Board Exam
Upon completion of the Lymphedema Technician program, you may elect to take the NBCA Lymphedema Technician National Certification Exam.

Code of Ethics
As a student of this program, you are expected to adhere to the American Medical Massage Association published Code of Ethics. A copy is provided with your program. You are expected to adhere to the highest standards in our industry. If for any reason, someone has violated the Code of Ethics, that person will be reviewed for appropriate action, up to and including dismissal from the association, expulsion from this program and no refund will be awarded. Code of Ethics

The Lymphedema Technician Certification program is designed to interface with other AMMA training programs in medical massage and medical manual therapy. Additionally, the AMMA offers continuing education programs in a number of health science and healthcare fields including herbal medicine, clinical nutrition, and medical acupuncture.