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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
With the major impact of Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19), we are closely monitoring the guidelines from the CDC and will continue to proactively keep you and our staff safe while helping to prevent the spread of illness in our community. While we have always taken pride in the ultimate hygiene standards and cleanliness of our office, we have implemented additional measures to reduce the potential for...
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...
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...
One of the most common conditions of the feet that is experienced by older men and women in Frisco is bunions. This foot problem occurs over time and appears as a bump on the side of the big toe. As time goes on, the bump can enlarge and cause additional discomfort. Unfortunately, certain foot shapes and structures are more prone to bunions. This means that...
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