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Tingling on top of the foot is almost always caused by the extensor retinaculum compressing the deep peroneal nerve — the same nerve that skechers-style rocker sole shoes decompress. Michigan podiatrist explains the Tinel’s test location and the three-step lacing modification that resolves the paresthesia.
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You are in the right place. Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS — board-certified foot & ankle surgeon with 3,000+ surgeries — explains exactly what top of foot pain home treatment means and what actually works. Call (810) 206-1402 to book an appointment at our Howell or Bloomfield Township office. Quick answer: Treatment for top of … 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 · Last reviewed: April 2026 · Editorial Policy Quick Answer TOP of the FOOT PAIN relates to foot pain — typically caused by overuse, footwear, or … Read more
Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM Board-certified podiatric surgeon | Balance Foot & AnkleLast reviewed: May 2026 Top-of-foot pain has 5 main causes — here is how we tell them apart and what to do for each. You are in the right place. Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS — board-certified foot & ankle surgeon … Read more
A navicular fracture is a serious midfoot injury that needs prompt diagnosis — delayed treatment causes long-term complications. A podiatrist explains
Sharp pain on top of the foot can be a stress fracture, extensor tendonitis, or nerve entrapment — and each needs a different fix. A podiatrist
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 top of foot pain means and what actually works. Call (810) 206-1402 to … 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 Dorsal compression syndrome — pain on the top of the foot from a midfoot bone spur or osteoarthritis — is often misdiagnosed as tendonitis for months before the real cause … Read more
Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM Board-certified podiatric surgeon | Balance Foot & AnkleLast reviewed: May 2026 Bone Growth Top Of Foot | Balance Foot & Ankle, Michigan Bone growth on the top of the foot — a dorsal exostosis — usually comes from chronic shoe pressure or arthritis. The lacing pattern and shoe … Read more
A Chopart joint sprain is often misdiagnosed as an ankle sprain but requires different treatment. Dr. Tom Biernacki DPM explains diagnosis and recovery