About ICTALC
ICTALC The training and info centre for Compression Therapy and associated limb conditions from an African perspective. We train and teach Africans and South Africans to be competent in compression therapy and many other therapies and conditions associated with limbs. We focus on both upper and lower limbs and address vascular, muscular, and skeletal issues.
We believe Africa has its own unique challenges and therefore cannot just adopt European and American methods without adapting them to our needs and capabilities.
Upcoming CPD Training
Hybrid 50 Hour CPD Course
Management of Lower Extremity Oedema
A practical, evidence-based course developed to address the unique
challenges faced by South African clinicians. Also appropriate for the African healthcare setting.
Presenter: Jennifer Dunn
Online Self-paced Study: 20 Hours
In Person Practical Sessions: 30 Hours
Practical Session Date: 17 – 20 November 2026
Practical Session Location: Brackenfell, Cape Town
CEUs: 50
CPD Approved
Accreditor: OTASA
Accreditation No. AOCP001/6648/11/2026
Cost: R15 000.00
COURSE OUTCOMES
• Accurately assess lower limb oedema
• Differentiate types of oedema
• Implement appropriate, safe, and cost-effective management strategies
• Recognise red flags and referral pathways
• Improve functional outcomes and quality of life within the SA public health context
COURSE OUTLINE
• Introduction & Burden of Lower Extremity Oedema
• Anatomy & Physiology Relevant to Oedema
• Types of Lower Extremity Oedema
• Clinical Assessment & Screening
• Principles of Conservative Oedema Management
• Hands-On Assessment Skills
• Compression Therapy – Theory to Practice
• Exercise, Movement & Functional Management
• Skin Care, Wound Prevention & Complications
• Patient Education & Self-Management
• Case Studies & Clinical Reasoning
Contact Us
Email: info@ictalc.net
Tel: 021 982 8211
Address: SVS Business Centre, Unit 4, Fourie Street, Brackenfell