Podiatrists can diagnose, treat, and care for a range of common foot and ankle conditions. These conditions include symptoms that stem from chronic illnesses and athletic injuries. If you are experiencing any of the following conditions affecting your feet, going to the podiatrist may be the first step in getting the care you need before your chronic illness worsens or your symptoms become more severe. See a Podiatrist for These Chronic Illnesses Diabetes Diabetes often results in nerve damage to the foot, making it more difficult for you to experience pain. For many diabetics, cuts and sores ..read more

Gout is a condition characterized by the sudden onset of swelling in the joints. The good news is that gout flare-ups are often caused by diet and are easy to trace. Gout is caused by excess levels of uric acid, and by avoiding the foods that generate or preserve uric acid, it is usually possible to minimize flare-ups. The question is, which foods cause the buildup of uric acid that triggers an attack of gout? Foods Commonly Connected with Gout There are a few food groups that get linked with gout flare-ups. Red Meat Gout pain is often accompanied by a diet high in red meat. Removing red meat ..read more

While they may be among the smallest body parts, toes are essential. Your toes aid in balance and walking, helping you move properly and perform everyday functions. When one of your toes sustains an injury, it can lead to intense discomfort and impact your ability to walk.  Several injuries can happen to the toes, and the most common are stubs and fractures. While a stubbed toe is uncomfortable, it is far less serious than a broken toe.  A stubbed toe usually heals on its own. In contrast, a broken toe needs professional treatment in order to heal correctly. If left untreated, it can ..read more

The National Library of Medicine states that up to 10% of adults can experience warts in their lifetimes. Warts—especially plantar warts—can be uncomfortable and frustrating, and they can keep coming back even after removal.  Keep reading to learn more about what plantar warts are, the symptoms to watch for, and the reasons they keep coming back.  What Are Plantar Warts? Plantar warts are rough, small patches that develop on your feet. It is common to find them on the heels, toes, or in other areas of the foot that carry the most weight.  Sometimes called a verruca, a plantar wa ..read more

Do you experience discomfort when walking or standing for long periods of time? While this can be caused by a number of issues, one of the most common causes is flat feet.  Flat feet refer to feet that lack a natural arch along the bottom of the foot. This leads to more pressure on the sole of the foot and surrounding structures like the heel and ball of the foot.  Flat feet are often the result of genetics. In certain families, the natural arch of the foot fails to develop during childhood, and by adulthood, the foot is completely flat along the bottom. Other cases of flat feet may ..read more

Diabetes is a disease that affects 37.3 million Americans, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It is a condition that can have serious effects on various parts of the body. In particular, diabetes can have an impact on your feet. Learn more about the foot problems that diabetes can cause and what you can do to get help.  What Is Diabetes? To understand how diabetes can affect your feet, it is important to first know what diabetes is. Diabetes is a metabolic disease that causes problems with blood sugar.  Someone with diabetes does not make enough insulin or i ..read more

Gout is one of the most painful forms of arthritis—and though it is fairly common, many patients are unaware of what gout is, what causes it, and how it can be treated. Indeed, the immobilizing pain caused by gout can often be mistaken for other maladies, including a simple sprained ankle. In other instances, gout is misdiagnosed as cellulitis. The good news about gout is that there are treatments available to manage the condition and significantly reduce the risk of painful flare-ups. Before seeking treatment, however, it is important to have a clear understanding of what gout is and why it h ..read more

When you live with diabetes, you have a number of everyday concerns that compete for your attention. For example, you need to monitor your blood sugar, make wise dietary decisions, and find time for physical fitness. Given all these demands, it is only natural if footcare feels like a low priority. And yet, given the prevalence of foot-related complications within the diabetic community, footcare should really be something that warrants more attention. By following a few basic diabetic footcare guidelines, you may be able to prevent diabetes-related foot complications from developing at all. H ..read more

Dr. Verville of RNV Podiatry is diligent in building positive doctor-patient relationships with each of her patients. As a sports medicine podiatrist, she spends significant time with each one to determine the true nature of their individual injury. During your initial consultation, she will do a full evaluation of your foot or ankle, take any needed images to aid the diagnosis process, answer any questions you may have, and develop an individualized treatment plan to get you back on your feet again. Frisco patients with certain types of foot injuries may need to do special exercises, so they ..read more

Dr. Verville understands the angst a local Frisco athlete feels when they experience a foot injury. And that angst is most often tied to the fact that they know they’ll have to take time off from a sport or activity they love. Almost every athlete who visits sports medicine podiatrist Dr. Verville asks, “When will I be able to return to playing sports?” Unfortunately, the answer to this question is rarely a simple one—or a quick one. It’s important that athletes understand that healing cannot be rushed. Patience and following strict recovery guidelines are vital to ensure a safe and healthy re ..read more