The foundation course is Level I Theory and Practical. The Level 1 Theory component is an easy-to-follow, online PowerPoint slide format prepared by physicians from the Dr. Vodder Academy. All students entering our training program will take this component first. This requires reading, studying and an exam which should take between 20 - 45 hours to complete. It will be available in English, German, French, Italian, Mandarin and Japanese. Successful completion of the exam enables continuation to Level 1 Practical. This 4-day classroom course covers the original basic Dr. Vodder Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) strokes and their application to each body part, including neck, face, arms, legs, nape, back, buttocks, chest and abdomen.

The 4-day Level II Applied MLD can be taken after Level 1 is completed. Clinical indications for MLD are taught for patients with a functional lymph vessel system. Indications include whiplash, burns, migraines, tinnitus, CRPS and stroke. Special techniques are taught for treatment of conditions such as supination trauma for t he ankle, knee arthroplasty, cruciate ligament repair, adhesive capsulitis and hip pathologies. A practical exam is given at the end of this course and successful completion enables certfication in Applied MLD from the Dr. Vodder Academy/School - International.

Please contact our »Level I and Level II teachers in your country

We are pleased to offer another international MLD Review Course in Walchsee. The official course language is English, although other languages may also be spoken.

Classes generally run from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Course times may be adjusted depending on the number of participants. The teaching staff reserve the right to make changes.

Participants agree to take part in practical exercises with colleagues during class hours. Please note that only bare body areas, not clothed areas, can be treated.

Immediately following the refresher course, our congress will take place on 18th and 19th June 2027.

The Society for Manual Lymph Drainage according to Dr. Vodder and Other Lymphological Therapies, together with the Wittlinger Clinic, are organizing the Lymphology Summer Days under the title: “Stronger Together in Lipedema and Lymphedema: Professional Expertise Meets Self-Management”. Join us for two inspiring congress days featuring the latest scientific insights, practical expertise, and interdisciplinary exchange in modern lymphology.

Further information about the program and registration will follow shortly.

Tenemos el placer de ofrecer REVISIÓN/RE-CERTIFICACIÓN en Walchsee en lengua española. 

Las clases se imparten generalmente de 9.00 a 12.00 horas. Los horarios de los cursos son flexibles y se basan en el número de participantes, ya que un grupo más numeroso necesita una formación práctica durante más tiempo. Los horarios de las clases se ajustan para grupos más pequeños. El personal docente se reserva el derecho a realizar cambios.

Los participantes se comprometen a estar a disposición de los respectivos compañeros para realizar ejercicios prácticos durante las horas de clase. También debe tenerse en cuenta que sólo pueden tratarse partes del cuerpo desnudas y no zonas vestidas.