Balance Foot & Ankle Specialist treats big toe joint pain with expert care to relieve discomfort and improve foot function.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM Board-certified podiatric surgeon | Balance Foot & AnkleLast reviewed: May 2026 Quick answer: Big toe arthritis (hallux rigidus) causes progressive stiffness and pain in the first metatarsophalangeal joint. Grade 1–2 cases respond well to orthotics, cortisone injections, and shoe modifications. Grade 3–4 cases often require surgery — cheilectomy … Read more
Big Toe Knuckle Pain: 7 Causes at the 1st MTP Joint With Different Treatments The 1st metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint — the “big toe knuckle” — is one of the most frequently injured and inflamed joints in the body. It bears 40-60% of body weight during the push-off phase of walking and up to 300% of … Read more
Reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS Board-certified foot & ankle surgeon · 3,000+ surgeries · @MichiganFootDoctors (950K+ subscribers) Last reviewed May 11, 2026 · (810) 206-1402 A broken toe needs evaluation by a podiatrist or orthopedic foot doctor for proper buddy taping, weight-bearing modification, and rule-out of associated injuries. Most heal in 4-6 weeks … Read more
Quick answer: Minimally Invasive Hammer Toe affects roughly 1 in 4 adults in our practice. Effective treatment starts with a targeted diagnosis, conservative-first treatment, and escalation only when needed. We treat this regularly at our Howell and Bloomfield Hills practices. Call (810) 206-1402. Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM · Board-Certified Podiatric Surgeon · … Read more
Sesamoiditis — that sharp pain right under the ball of your big toe — usually heals with 4-6 weeks of the right combination of metatarsal pads, immobilization, and stiff-soled shoes. You’ve come to the right podiatry team. Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS — board-certified foot & ankle surgeon with 3,000+ surgeries — explains exactly what … Read more
Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS Board-certified foot & ankle surgeon · Balance Foot & Ankle · (810) 206-1402 Last reviewed: May 2026 You are in the right place. Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS — board-certified foot & ankle surgeon with 3,000+ surgeries — explains exactly what best sprained big toe treatment means … Read more
You are in the right place. Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS — board-certified foot & ankle surgeon with 3,000+ surgeries — explains exactly what stiff big toe joint pain means and what actually works. Call (810) 206-1402 for a same-day appointment at our Howell or Bloomfield Hills office. Quick answer: Treatment for stiff big toe … Read more
Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS Board-certified foot & ankle surgeon · Balance Foot & Ankle · (810) 206-1402 Last reviewed: May 2026 You are in the right place. Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS — board-certified foot & ankle surgeon with 3,000+ surgeries — explains exactly what turf toe rehab means and what … Read more
Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM Board-certified podiatric surgeon | Balance Foot & AnkleLast reviewed: May 2026 You are in the right place. Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS — board-certified foot & ankle surgeon with 3,000+ surgeries — explains exactly what big toe joint sprain means and what actually works. Call (810) 206-1402 for … Read more
Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM Board-certified podiatric surgeon | Balance Foot & AnkleLast reviewed: May 2026 A stiff, painful big toe joint — hallux limitus — caught early can be saved without fusion. Here is when to act. You are in the right place. Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS — board-certified foot & … Read more