Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM
Board-certified podiatric surgeon | Balance Foot & Ankle
Last reviewed: May 2026
Quick answer: Detroit Running 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.
The most important clinical decision with Detroit Running isn’t which treatment to start with — it’s identifying the correct subtype. That changes everything. Call (810) 206-1402.
Detroit Running
Detroit Running: Here are the resources that I have really started looking at when I came to Detroit and started getting a sense of the running scene, these have really helped me out but let me know if you have anything else that should be up here!
List of Must Have Resources for Detroit Running:
1) RunMichigan.com
- This site is more of a news site covering what is going on in the Detroit high school, college and casual running scene. The layout is very busy and it may not be the easiest to navigate, but it has everything!
2) The Detroit Running Club
- This is a new club for social running, but in a few months it is already up to 200+ people and I imagine it will only keep growing! There isn’t that much there yet, but it seems to be the most busy one in Detroit so far. Keep an eye on it, I’m sure by the time you are reading this it will be much bigger!
3) List of Best Running Clubs in Detroit
- This presents some options for a few more serious runners, but it is open to everyone. It is a quick rundown similar to this by the local CBS affiliate. Let me know your experiences!
4) DetroitRunner.com
- This is a great blog about running in Michigan and it seems to be attracting a good amount of people, it has great race reviews and a very impressive story by the main runner. I personally used this one when I was deciding which 5k races I was going to sign up for.
5) 5k Races in Michigan
- This is a great resource for locating any 5k races in your area. It doesn’t have reviews like on DetroitRunner.com, but it certainly is the most up to date! It lists the 5ks from all over Michigan and seems like it includes the most races out of all the resources I have been able to find out there!
Expert Podiatric Care for Michigan Patients: Balance Foot & Ankle
Michigan patients with any foot or ankle condition — whether a first-time acute problem or a chronic issue that has not responded to self-care — can access expert podiatric evaluation and treatment at Balance Foot & Ankle. Our fellowship-trained podiatric surgeons provide thorough diagnostic evaluation using weight-bearing digital X-rays and musculoskeletal ultrasound, followed by targeted conservative or surgical treatment appropriate to the specific diagnosis. We treat the full spectrum of podiatric conditions: plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy and rupture, Haglund’s deformity, bunions, hammertoes, neuromas, peripheral neuropathy, diabetic foot complications, toenail fungus, ankle instability, stress fractures, and more. Balance Foot & Ankle accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Medicare, and most Medicare Advantage plans. Same-week new patient appointments are available at our Howell (4330 E Grand River, serving Livingston County) and Bloomfield Hills (43494 Woodward Ave #208, serving Oakland County) offices. Call (810) 206-1402 to schedule.
Foot and Ankle Surgery in Michigan: When Surgery is the Right Choice
Michigan patients considering foot or ankle surgery benefit from a consultation with a fellowship-trained podiatric surgeon who can provide an honest assessment of whether surgery will produce better outcomes than continued conservative management. At Balance Foot & Ankle, surgical recommendations are made only after conservative treatment has been appropriately trialed — with the exception of conditions where early surgical intervention produces clearly superior outcomes (acute Achilles tendon rupture, Lisfranc fracture-dislocation, certain tibial fractures). For conditions like bunions, hammertoes, ankle instability, and Haglund’s deformity, surgical correction is recommended when the structural problem has progressed beyond what conservative management can address and when the patient’s functional goals are not being met. Michigan patients with a foot or ankle condition that has not responded to conservative care can call Balance Foot & Ankle at (810) 206-1402 to schedule a surgical consultation at our Howell or Bloomfield Hills office.
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Michigan patients with foot or ankle concerns don’t have to wait weeks for an appointment. Balance Foot & Ankle offers same-week new patient appointments at our Howell office (4330 E Grand River, serving Livingston County) and Bloomfield Hills office (43494 Woodward Ave #208, serving Oakland County and northern Metro Detroit). Both offices feature in-office digital X-ray, musculoskeletal ultrasound, and fellowship-trained podiatric surgeons who can address any foot and ankle condition from the routine to the complex. We accept Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Medicare, and most Medicare Advantage plans, and our insurance team verifies benefits before your appointment. Michigan patients ready to get expert foot care can call Balance Foot & Ankle at (810) 206-1402.
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Our podiatry team serves patients throughout Michigan including Howell, Brighton, and Bloomfield Hills. If you’re dealing with heel pain, ingrown toenails, or a foot injury, we have same-day appointment availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I see a podiatrist?
If symptoms persist past 2 weeks, affect your normal activity, or are accompanied by red-flag symptoms (warmth, redness, swelling, inability to bear weight).
What does treatment cost?
Most diagnostic visits and conservative treatments are covered by Medicare and major insurers. Out-of-pocket costs vary by your specific plan.
How quickly can I get an appointment?
Most non-urgent cases see us within 5 business days. Urgent cases (sudden pain, possible fracture) typically same or next business day.
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Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM is a board-certified foot & ankle surgeon (ABFAS & ABPM) 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 made him one of the most-followed foot & ankle educators on YouTube.