Special Speaker Series: Oncology Massage after Breast Reconstruction with Kathleen Lisson, CLT, LMT

Each month our Regional Champions meet to discuss their regions and S4OM initiatives. This month they had special guest, Kathleen Lisson share a presentation on Oncology Massage after Breast Reconstruction.

If you would like to learn more about the Regional Champions Initiative you can visit: ➡️https://www.s4om.org/massage-therapis...

Join Kathleen Helen Lisson, an experienced lymphedema and board-certified massage therapist, as she delves into the transformative world of oncology massage post-breast reconstruction. Kathleen shares personal insights from her journey inspired by her mother's battle with breast cancer, the evolution of breast reconstruction surgeries, and the disparities in access to care.

Learn about the latest techniques in manual lymphatic drainage, the use of acellular dermal matrices, and the challenges associated with capsular contracture and breast implant illness. Plus, get practical advice on helping clients with post-surgical recovery, incorporating scar massage, and improving the quality of life for breast cancer survivors. Don't miss this informative and heartfelt presentation designed to educate and inspire massage therapists everywhere.

To learn more about Kathleen Lisson visit: ➡️https://sandiegolymphaticmassage.com/
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:21 Overview of Oncology Massage
01:46 Research on Massage After Cancer Surgery
03:04 Breast Reconstruction After Cancer
07:53 Types of Breast Reconstruction
16:21 Capsular Contracture and Its Management
22:58 Medications and Their Side Effects
25:58 Massage Techniques and Client Care
30:50 Breast Implant Illness
34:47 Q&A and Closing Remarks