MacLymph News

There are a number of therapists and practitioners out there promoting lymphatic care and it is hard to decide who to trust. If you want to look for someone who meets Australasian standards and professional competence, then look for a registered practitioner with the Australasian Lymphology Association (more on this below).

Did you know that I am proud to have been registered with the Australasian Lymphology Association (ALA) as an Lymphoedema Practitioner and maintained my registeration since 2018? I work very hard to meet the rigourous standards to retain my certification in all things Lymphoedema, Lipoedema and chronic lymphatic conditions, I need to meet their strict renewal conditions.

Only practitioners who meet the entry requirements and demonstrate ongoing compliance with the Program’s policies are ALA Accredited Lymphoedema Practitioners. And – as only ALA Accredited Lymphoedema Practitioners are eligible to appear on the National Lymphoedema Practitioners Register (NLPR, the Register) – consumers, carers and referrers can be assured that they will be accessing the best advice and care.

The Accredited Lymphoedema Practitioner Program (ALPP) is a robust regulatory scheme designed and administered by the Australasian Lymphology Association (ALA), the peak body for lymphoedema in Australia and New Zealand. The Program recognises appropriately qualified and skilled health professionals – Accredited Lymphoedema Practitioners – who demonstrate they are of suitable standing, have acquired an appropriate level of lymphoedema education and professional competence, meet expectations with respect to professional indemnity insurance cover, and demonstrate a commitment to ongoing learning enabling them to provide safe and effective lymphoedema management services.

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