Lymphedema a treatable sideline of obesity

Chances are, if a patient sees Rhonda Haley, the patient's obesity already has turned into lymphedema.

There's no cure for lymphedema, but the BenchMark Physical Therapy specialist said treatment plans can make life with swollen tissues from a faulty lymph system more livable.

"There's no special diet plan for lymphedema," said Ms. Haley, a certified lymphedema specialist. "It's just important (for the patient) to live a healthy lifestyle." Click here for full article.