Robert Colletta PA-C
Orthopedist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery
901 45th Street Kimmel Building West Palm Beach FL, 33407About
Orthopedic Surgery Physician Associate practicing in WEST PALM BEACH, FL. He specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the musculoskeletal system in children and adults. Specifically, in the treatment and reconstruction of congenital and post-traumatic limb deformities.
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Is surgery for scoliosis effective?
Yes, with an experienced surgeon. READ MORE
Can topical medications help swollen ankle?
Most likely not. Depends on why you ankle is swollen in the first place. See your doctor. READ MORE
Can ankle ligament injury heal itself?
it depends on the severity of the tear but typically yes they heal just fine with rest. READ MORE
Do I need an x-ray for a sprained ankle?
If you have bruising, swelling and/or difficulty bearing weight I would recommend an xray and physical exam. Ankle sprains and ankle fractures can have very similar clinical appearances. READ MORE
How can I strengthen my ankles?
Google ankle stretching and strengthening exercises, or get a referral for a physical therapist evaluation. READ MORE
Is ankle arthritis curable?
Yes, with arthroplasty (joint replacement). READ MORE
Do you go home after hip surgery?
It depends on the type of hip surgery. Usually yes, unless it is a hip replacement in which you may spend 1-2 nights in the hospital although it is becoming more common for this to be outpatient surgery. If it is a hip arthroscopy you will go home after surgery. READ MORE
Should I see an orthopedist for a disc hernia?
Yes, an orthopedic spine surgeon or neurosurgeon. READ MORE
What causes knee joint pain?
How do you know it is coming from the joint and not soft tissues? You should schedule an appointment with your provider for a physical examination and potentially radiographs if it is not improving. In the meantime, rest and take anti-inflammatories/tylenol if you don't have any contraindications to those medications. READ MORE
Can hammertoe be fixed with surgery?
Yes, see a podiatrist/orthopedist. READ MORE
Will my toe fracture heal on its own?
It depends on whether it is displaced or not and the type of fracture. See your doctor. READ MORE
Should I see a doctor for shoulder joint pain?
If it is bothering you and persistent, yes you should see your doctor for a physical examination and potentially imaging. READ MORE
How long do you wear a splint after foot surgery?
Your surgeons post operative instructions will cover this. If not, call him or schedule an appointment. READ MORE
What exercises to avoid with arthritis?
Exercises that cause significant pain or put excessive stress on the joint. READ MORE
Can I walk on a sprained ankle?
Typically no, but it depends on the grade of ankle sprain. Typically you should rest the ankle for 48-72 hours before gradually returning to activity. But again, it depends. See your doctor. READ MORE
Can arthritis be fixed?
Yes, surgically with arthroplasty (joint replacement) READ MORE
How can I make a ganglion cyst go away?
Sometimes they will resolve on their own without any intervention, other times you may need a needle aspiration or surgery. READ MORE
What are the treatment options for plantar fasciitis?
Shoe inserts/orthotics, anti-inflammatories, activity modification, physical therapy/stretching, injections, and surgery, are the most common interventions. READ MORE
How long does it take to recover from a knee cartilage operation?
It depends on what type of cartilage operation we are talking about. Ask your surgeon because he is the one who is actually doing the operation and has all the relevant information to give you an estimated recovery time. READ MORE
How can I treat arthritis in my ankle?
Unfortunately, this isn't an easy one. The recommendation is typically based on severity, however, I will give you some options: 1) activity modification 2) anti-inflammatories 3)intra-articular (joint) steroid injections 4) surgery. READ MORE
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