Head & Neck Lymphedema Management:

August 28–30,2026 Fort Worth, TX

24-Hour Hands-On Clinical Training

ASHA CE Provider | Hybrid Learning Experience
📍 1240 W. Cannon St.  Heart Center Fort Worth, TX (CLT Only) 
📅 August 28–30,2026

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Course Overview

This immersive weekend training provides clinically applicable, hands-on instruction focused on practical implementation. Participants will leave with ready-to-use tools, structured pathways, and confidence in managing complex head & neck cases.

Hands-On Techniques & Clinical Skills

Participants receive direct instruction and lab-based training in:

• Anterior & posterior manual lymphatic drainage
• Intraoral techniques for head & neck lymphedema
• Elastic therapeutic taping
• Scar management strategies
• Compression therapy, including:

• Creating homemade compression garments during the course

• OTC compression selection & clinical decision-making

Collaborative Learning & Clinical Integration

• Exposure to adjunct modalities supporting outcomes
• Collaboration with dysphagia-focused product partners
• Hands-on access to tools from ARKJ
• FREE access to ARKJ self-study course (including wedges)
• First-look access to upcoming tongue training device

Course Format & CEUs

Total CEUs: 24 Hours (ASHA-Approved)

Hybrid Structure:
• 4 hours online foundational lymphatic anatomy & physiology
• 20 hours in-person, hands-on instruction

Schedule:
Delivered over 2.5 half-day sessions
Structured for optimal clinical immersion and skill retention

What Sets This Course Apart

• Ready-to-use clinical pathways organized by cancer subsite and stage of care

• Printable resources designed to support immediate implementation upon return to clinic

• Ongoing mentorship and follow-up support after the course

• A structured, evidence-informed model guiding proactive care, active treatment, and survivorship

Course Investment

24-hour course fee: $650 per participant

Instructor

Lauren Meffen, MA, CCC-SLP, CLT

Lauren is a speech-language pathologist with a passion for treating voice and swallowing disorders. She received both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from the University of Florida and has worked across hospital, skilled nursing, home health, and outpatient settings.

Over the years, Lauren has developed a specialization in head & neck oncology care, with advanced training in lymphedema management, trismus therapy, muscle tension dysphonia, and myofascial release techniques. She strongly champions a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach focused on treating the whole patient.

Instructional Personnel Disclosures

      Lauren Meffen, MA, CCC-SLP, CLT

• Financial:
  Owner of Wildflower Therapy; Owner of Head & Neck Rehab; Owner of Amplification Resistance Kinetics of the Jaw Stretching Device (ARKJ SD) rights

• Non-Financial:
  No relevant non-financial disclosures

   

Completion Requirements

To receive a certificate of completion, learners must meet the following requirements:

• Live attendance

• No partial credit awarded

Accommodations

We strive to host inclusive and accessible events.
To request accommodations or inquire about accessibility, please contact:

📞 (352) 283-0595
📧 Lauren@myrehabworks.com 
📧 wildflowertherapy4001@gmail.com 

Please allow up to 14 days for accommodation requests.

Refund Policy

• Cancellations made prior to the course start date may be eligible for a full refund

• Refund requests must be submitted within 4 weeks of registration

• No refunds for failure to meet completion requirements

• If the provider cancels the course due to emergency or unforeseen circumstances, a full refund will be issued

• Learners who fail to meet completion requirements may retake the course for $49 within 30 days of reporting

Complaint Policy

Complaints must be submitted in writing within 7 business days of course completion.
Participants will be notified of resolution within 10 business days.

📧 Lauren@myrehabworks.com 
📧 wildflowertherapy4001@gmail.com 

Target Audience

This advanced-level course is designed exclusively for Certified Lymphedema Therapists (CLTs) seeking specialized training in head and neck oncology-related lymphedema management across the cancer care continuum.

Continuing Education

• ASHA CEU Approved: 2.4 CEUs

• AOTA approval in progress

• PT CEUs based on State Requirements are offered!
• Physical Therapy Continuing Education Credit
  This course is designed to meet the continuing education standards outlined by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and is appropriate for physical therapists and physical therapist assistants. Because physical therapy continuing education approval is regulated at the state level, this course is submitted for approval based on the state of licensure of registered participants.
  This course has previously received approval for physical therapy continuing education credit in Texas, Florida, California, Virginia, and Ohio. Many states accept CEU approval granted by another state; however, acceptance is determined by each individual state licensing board. In states that do not offer course pre-approval, we work with CEUApproval.com to ensure compliance with state requirements.
  Participants are encouraged to verify acceptance of continuing education credits with their state licensing board prior to registration if they have specific questions.