Your Durango Podiatrist for Feet That Have Waited Long Enough

Class IV laser therapy is an FDA-approved treatment that uses focused light energy to stimulate healing in tissues. At Sole Summit Podiatry we use it to treat fungal toenail infections, pain and inflammation, plantar warts, and plantar fasciitis. It is non-invasive and performed in-office, with no anesthesia required.

Most patients describe Class IV laser therapy as comfortable — you may feel a gentle warmth during the session. It is non-invasive, requires no anesthesia, and there is no recovery time afterward. You can return to your normal activities right away.

3D-printed custom orthotics are precision-fit shoe inserts tailored to your individual foot shape and gait. At Sole Summit Podiatry, we digitally scan your foot and manufacture the orthotic right here on-site, so the fit is accurate to your unique anatomy. We design for both everyday footwear and specialty athletic shoes.

In most cases, no referral is needed to see a podiatrist. However, some insurance plans do require one, and coverage varies. We are happy to help you check your benefits before your visit — reach out to us and we will verify your plan so there are no surprises.

Your first visit includes a thorough foot and ankle exam and a conversation about your symptoms, history, and goals. Dr. Knauf will explain your options clearly and put together a personalized treatment plan. You can book online through our scheduling tool or call us at (970) 239-3432.

Yes — heel pain and plantar fasciitis are among the most common conditions we treat. Dr. Knauf takes a conservative-first approach, using activity modification, targeted exercises, and orthotics as needed. Class IV laser therapy is also an option for patients who benefit from accelerated tissue healing.

Yes, Sole Summit Podiatry provides diabetic foot care for patients in Durango and throughout La Plata County. Diabetic patients are at higher risk for foot ulcers, nerve damage, and slow-healing wounds. We offer routine checks, wound assessment, nail and skin care, and offloading strategies to help protect your long-term mobility.

Our clinic is at 1305 Escalante Drive, Unit 204, inside Animas Chiropractic and Collective in Durango. We see patients from Durango, Bayfield, Mancos, Cortez, and Pagosa Springs. The clinic opens September 21, 2026, and we are booking appointments now. You can book online any time or call us at (970) 239-3432.

Yes. We are booking new patients ahead of the September 21, 2026 opening, so you can get on the schedule early. We are in-network with Cigna, Aetna, Medicaid, Medicare, UHC, and Anthem, and we are happy to check your benefits before your first visit so there are no surprises.

Dr. Victoria Knauf is a board-certified podiatrist, a DPM, certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine and a member of the American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine and the American Podiatric Medical Association. Her focus is sports medicine and biomechanics, along with diabetic foot care and the treatment of fungal and ingrown toenails, so she handles both the trail-day injuries and the long-standing problems feet collect over a lifetime.