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Maria Bolla
Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist) | Foot & Ankle Surgery
Dr. Maria Bolla is a podiatrist practicing in Boston, MA. Dr. Bolla is a medical doctor specializing in the treatment of the foot , ankle and related parts of the leg. As a podiatrist, Dr. Bolla diagnoses and treats conditions of the feet. The feet are key body parts that give a person stability, absorb shock, allow for walking and standing and are necessary for overall well-being. So, the feet need expert care. Podiatrists can specialize in surgery, wound care, sports medicine, diabetic care and pediatrics.
13 years
Experience
Maria Bolla
- Boston, MA
- Simmons college
- Accepting new patients
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What exercises help with ankle arthritis?
Ankle range of motion exercises and also ankle strengthening exercises
What can help with ankle arthritis pain?
Proper shoe gear comfortable sneakers, icing and NSAIDs
Can I run with ankle arthritis?
Yes you can ! The more active you are the better !
Can ankle pain be fixed naturally?
With physical therapy and NSAIDS along with icing and proper comfortable sneakers yes
Is ankle arthritis serious?
Depends on what stage of arthritis you have. You should consult your doctor on what’s the next steps , physical therapy or more invasive treatment
How soon after ankle surgery can I go to a gym?
Depends on the type of surgery. Minimum it’s usually 3 months for leg exercises
How long does an ankle ligament injury take to heal?
At least 6-8 weeks
Can weight lifting cause ankle pain?
If your ankle ligaments are not strong enough you can cause pain to your ankles. So I would recommend to do ankle strengthening exercises to avoid further issues
How can I fix a heel spur?
Heel spurs can cause pain so you need to treat the inflammation and the pain. You do not necessarily need to move her spurs
Can heel spur be fixed with massage?
Massage can alleviate your pain. Heel spur can be there but if inflammation is treated it will not be causing you any pain.
What does gout pain in the ankle feel like?
Sharp pain redness and swelling of the ankle joint
Can hammertoe be fixed with surgery?
Yes hammer toes can be fixed with arthroplasty which is a simple surgery
Do you get braces after ankle surgery?
You will be in a cast for about 4-8 weeks. Depending always if it’s open surgery or arthroscopic
How long should I rest a sprained ankle?
Depends on how severe the grade of the sprain is depending between 2-8 weeks
Do I need an x-ray for a sprained ankle?
It would be beneficial in order to rule out any avulsion fracture or to see any joint issues
How long after ankle surgery can I run?
Depends on your surgery( arthroscopic , reconstruction) but usually 2 months after.
Can I run with an ankle sprain?
It is recommended to immobilize at first although depends on the grade of the ankle sprain.If the ankle sprain does not resolve on its own, I would recommend seeing a specialist READ MORE
It is recommended to immobilize at first although depends on the grade of the ankle sprain.If the ankle sprain does not resolve on its own, I would recommend seeing a specialist
Is ankle joint surgery risky?
If you follow the post operative care you will heal well and will go back to activities
