Balance Foot & Ankle Specialist in Michigan offers expert care for toes—treat pain, deformities, and injuries with customized solutions and advanced treatment.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS Board-certified foot & ankle surgeon · Balance Foot & Ankle · (810) 206-1402 Last reviewed: May 2026 Quick answer: Treatment for second metatarsal overload syndrome treatment follows a stepwise approach: 1) conservative care first (rest, ice, supportive footwear, OTC anti-inflammatories), 2) physical therapy and targeted exercises, 3) … 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 A red toenail bed — visible through the nail itself, especially with throbbing pain — is most often a subungual hematoma (bleeding under the nail) that may need draining, or … 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 toenail jam injury means and what … Read more
Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM Board-certified podiatric surgeon | Balance Foot & AnkleLast reviewed: May 2026
Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM Board-certified podiatric surgeon | Balance Foot & AnkleLast reviewed: May 2026 Hammer Toe Deformity | Balance Foot & Ankle, Michigan Hammertoe is the most common lesser toe deformity we treat at Balance Foot & Ankle — and one of the most successfully corrected when addressed at the right … Read more
A swollen nail bed usually signals infection, ingrown pressure, or trauma. Dr. Tom Biernacki DPM explains when it needs antibiotics, drainage, or surgery
Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM Board-certified podiatric surgeon | Balance Foot & AnkleLast reviewed: May 2026 See also: big toe arthritis — a complete guide to this condition by severity grade, treatment options, and when surgery is needed. Hallux Rigidus | Balance Foot & Ankle, Michigan What Is Hallux Rigidus? If pushing off … Read more
Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM Board-certified podiatric surgeon | Balance Foot & AnkleLast reviewed: May 2026 Turf Toe Taping | Balance Foot & Ankle, Michigan Table of Contents Why Tape Turf Toe? Materials You Need Step-by-Step Taping Technique Post-Taping Checklist Turf Toe Plates as an Alternative When to See a Podiatrist Frequently Asked … Read more
Turf toe is a big toe joint sprain that sidelines athletes for weeks if undertreated. Dr. Tom Biernacki DPM explains grading, taping, and return-to-sport
Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM Ready to be seen? Book a real appointment time online, 24/7 — Howell or Bloomfield Township. Takes about a minute, 24/7. Board-certified podiatric surgeon | Balance Foot & AnkleLast reviewed: May 2026 Foot Pain Near Big Toe | Balance Foot & Ankle, Michigan Medi-Dyne ProStretch Metatarsal Pad ⭐ … Read more