An Integrative Approach to Lymphatics and Fluid Dynamics in Osteopathy

Introduction

This three-day postgraduate course is open to osteopaths (D.O.).

It draws primarily on Claudes 34 years of clinical practice and on the contributions of osteopaths he has had the privilege of learning from, including Philippe Druelle, D.O., Denise Dufresne, D.O., and Pierrette Cyr, D.O. 

One of the guiding principles of osteopathy is the importance of the internal environment—the “biological soup”—in which cells function. Fluid circulation, vasomotion, and pressure relationships contribute to cellular exchange, tissue nutrition, metabolism, and immune function. 

He is pleased to introduce an integrative approach guided by the selection of an appropriate technique, at the right time, with a clear therapeutic intention, to support the body’s capacity for self-regulation. Self-care exercises will also be taught to encourage patients’ autonomy. 

The course will explore the differential assessment of myofascial, structural, visceral, dural, vascular, neural, and fluid-related dysfunctions, and their relevance to osteopathic treatment planning. 

Through clinical reasoning, practical demonstrations, and supervised practice, participants will develop tools to build coherent, individualized treatment plans centered on each patient’s needs.

Programme

Day 1 – Assessment Methodology and the Cranial and Cervical Regions

• Foundations and assessment
• Cranial and cervical techniques 

Day 2 – The Thorax and Abdomen

Day 3 – The Lower Extremities and Clinical Integration

• Lower-extremity techniques
• Additional techniques and clinical integration

Information about the course instructor

Claude Dufour, D.O., is teaching at several campuses in Canada,  Germany and Switzerland.
Over the past several years, his clinical and academic interests have focused on the interrelationships between the various mechanisms of health, including neuro-psycho-immuno-endocrinology, as well as the optimal expression of the individual at the physical, psychological, emotional, and spiritual levels. This ongoing exploration has led him to develop an integrated and effective clinical approach that will serve as the foundation of this training.

It is within this perspective that he looks forward to sharing with you not only practical tools and clinical reasoning, but also the depth and richness of osteopathic tradition, as inspired by senior osteopaths with whom he has had the privilege to work and learn, among many others, including Thomas Schooley, D.O., Anne Wales, D.O., Gerald Lamb, D.O., Viola Fryman, D.O., and Bernard Darraillans, D.O.