Adrian Podiatrist | Foot Doctor Serving Tecumseh & Lenawee County

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Foot and Ankle Care for Adrian, Tecumseh, and Lenawee County

Lenawee County residents — from Adrian’s city center to the rural townships surrounding Tecumseh, Blissfield, Hudson, and Morenci — often face the challenge of accessing specialty healthcare without making long drives to major medical centers. Balance Foot & Ankle serves Lenawee County patients at our Howell and Bloomfield Township offices, providing board-certified podiatric expertise that is worth the drive for conditions that deserve specialized care.

We regularly see patients from throughout Lenawee County who have waited months or years to address foot problems because convenient specialty care wasn’t available locally. Our mission is to make that care accessible — with same-week appointment availability, comprehensive insurance acceptance, and a patient-centered approach that respects your time.

Common Foot Conditions in the Lenawee County Area

Lenawee County’s mix of agricultural heritage, manufacturing employment, and growing residential communities creates a diverse patient population with varied foot health needs:

• Farm and agricultural workers — exposure to wet environments, heavy footwear, trauma, and prolonged outdoor work creates elevated risk for fungal infections, traumatic injuries, and overuse conditions
• Diabetic patients — Lenawee County has significant diabetic populations requiring regular preventive foot monitoring
• Active adults and athletes — Adrian College athletes, recreational runners, and community sport participants experience ankle sprains, stress fractures, and overuse injuries
• Seniors and retirees — nail care, arthritic foot conditions, and balance-related foot issues are primary concerns

About Adrian and Lenawee County

Adrian, the county seat of Lenawee County, is a city of approximately 21,000 residents home to Adrian College, Siena Heights University, and a vibrant downtown that has undergone significant revitalization in recent years. Tecumseh — a smaller city of approximately 8,000 — has a historic manufacturing identity and strong community pride. Together, Lenawee County’s communities represent approximately 100,000 residents who deserve access to quality specialty healthcare.

Our Howell office is approximately 45–50 miles from Adrian via US-23 North — a straightforward drive for patients with planned appointments.

Diabetic Foot Health in Lenawee County

Rural and semi-rural counties like Lenawee often have above-average rates of diabetes and related complications, partly driven by limited access to preventive specialty care. The consequences of neglected diabetic foot health — peripheral neuropathy progressing to undetected wounds, infections, and amputation — are preventable with consistent podiatric monitoring. We provide comprehensive diabetic foot exams, nail and callus management, protective footwear fitting, and wound care coordination. Medicare covers comprehensive diabetic foot exams, and we assist patients in accessing this benefit.

Farm and Occupational Foot Injuries

Agricultural and manufacturing workers face occupational foot hazards that other populations do not. Crush injuries, nail penetration wounds, chemical burns, and repetitive stress from prolonged standing on concrete or uneven ground are among the presentations we regularly manage for working patients. We provide objective medical documentation for workers’ compensation claims and can advise on appropriate return-to-work timelines and work restrictions.

Sports Medicine for Lenawee County Athletes

Adrian College (NAIA) and Siena Heights University athletes, along with the many recreational and high school athletes throughout Lenawee County, benefit from specialized podiatric sports medicine care. Ankle sprains, stress fractures, Achilles problems, and turf toe are among the conditions we evaluate and treat with the goal of safe, efficient return to competition.

Schedule Your Appointment

Lenawee County and Adrian area patients can reach Balance Foot & Ankle by calling (810) 206-1402 or scheduling online at michiganfootdoctors.com. Our Howell office offers convenient access from the US-23 corridor, and we welcome new patients with all types of foot and ankle concerns. Don’t let geography be a barrier to the specialized care your feet deserve.

Foot or Ankle Pain? We Can Help.

Balance Foot & Ankle — Howell & Bloomfield Township, MI

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Your Board-Certified Podiatrists

Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM

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Dr. Carl Jay, DPM

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Dr. Daria Gutkin, DPM

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Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM

Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM is a double board-certified podiatrist and foot & ankle surgeon at Balance Foot & Ankle Specialists in Southeast Michigan. With over a decade of clinical experience, he specializes in heel pain, bunions, diabetic foot care, sports injuries, and minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Biernacki is a member of the APMA and ACFAS, and his patient education content on MichiganFootDoctors.com and YouTube has reached over one million views.