Diabetic Foot Ulcer Treatment in Michigan — Advanced Wound Care

Diabetic Foot Ulcer Treatment — Michigan’s Most Advanced Wound Care

If you or a loved one has a diabetic foot ulcer, time is critical. At Balance Foot & Ankle in Howell and Bloomfield Hills, we offer comprehensive advanced wound care using technology unavailable at most offices — including MLS laser therapy to accelerate healing. Call (810) 206-1402 immediately for same-day assessment. Our Bloomfield Hills office shares a building with the Grunberger Diabetes Institute for coordinated diabetic care.

Our Diabetic Wound Care Protocol

Complete wound assessment: Classification of ulcer severity (Wagner grade), assessment of underlying bone involvement, circulatory evaluation (ABI — ankle-brachial index). Offloading: The most critical intervention for plantar ulcers — total contact casting or custom wound care orthoses remove pressure from the wound bed entirely. Debridement: Sharp debridement of necrotic tissue creates a clean wound bed for healing. MLS Laser Therapy: Applied directly to the wound and surrounding tissue — stimulates fibroblast and keratinocyte proliferation, promotes neovascularization, and reduces healing time by 30-50% compared to standard care alone. Wound dressing selection: Evidence-based dressing choice based on wound moisture, depth, and infection status. Vascular coordination: When ABI assessment suggests arterial insufficiency, we coordinate with Vassallo Medical Group (Howell) for vascular intervention to restore circulation.

When Hospitalization Is Needed

Deep infections, osteomyelitis (bone infection), or rapidly progressing wounds require inpatient IV antibiotics and surgical debridement. We coordinate directly with Saint Joseph Mercy Livingston Hospital and Oakland University William Corewell Health (formerly Corewell Health (formerly Corewell Health (formerly Beaumont))) when hospitalization is indicated. Call (810) 206-1402.

Professional Podiatric Care in Michigan: Balance Foot & Ankle’s Comprehensive Services

At Balance Foot & Ankle, Michigan patients receive comprehensive podiatric care across the full spectrum of foot and ankle conditions. Our fellowship-trained podiatrists provide conservative and surgical treatment for all foot and ankle pathology — from plantar fasciitis, bunions, and nail disorders to complex reconstructive surgery, diabetic foot care, and sports injuries. Our clinical approach prioritizes accurate diagnosis, evidence-based treatment selection, and honest communication with patients about realistic outcomes.

We serve patients in Livingston and Oakland counties from two convenient Michigan locations: our Howell office at 4330 E Grand River (serving Brighton, Hartland, Pinckney, Howell, and all of Livingston County) and our Bloomfield Hills office at 43494 Woodward Ave #208 (serving Troy, Birmingham, West Bloomfield, Farmington Hills, and all of Oakland County). Both offices offer in-office X-ray, same-week new patient appointments, and a full range of diagnostic and treatment services. We accept Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Medicare, and most Michigan insurance plans. Call Balance Foot & Ankle at (810) 206-1402 to schedule your appointment.

Michigan patients from throughout the region — Livingston County communities including Howell, Brighton, Hartland, Pinckney, and Fowlerville, and Oakland County communities including Bloomfield Hills, Troy, Birmingham, West Bloomfield, Farmington Hills, Pontiac, and Rochester — can access expert podiatric care at Balance Foot & Ankle. Our clinical team is committed to providing the highest standard of foot and ankle care available in Southeast Michigan, from routine preventive care to complex surgical intervention. Call (810) 206-1402 to schedule — we look forward to serving you at our Howell or Bloomfield Hills location.

Scheduling with Balance Foot & Ankle is straightforward — call (810) 206-1402 during business hours and our front desk team will find an appointment time that works for your schedule, verify your insurance coverage before the visit, and answer any preliminary questions you have about what to expect. Our Howell office at 4330 E Grand River has convenient parking and is easily accessible from I-96, M-59, and Grand River Avenue. Our Bloomfield Hills office at 43494 Woodward Ave #208 is located on Woodward Avenue with parking adjacent to the building. Both locations are accessible by patients throughout Southeast Michigan, and our team looks forward to providing you with the professional, evidence-based podiatric care that you and your feet deserve.

Related Treatment Guides

• Diabetic Foot Care
• Plantar Fasciitis & Heel Pain Treatment
• Custom 3D Orthotics
• Sports Foot & Ankle Injury Treatment

Michigan patients are welcome to call Balance Foot & Ankle at (810) 206-1402 to learn more about the specific services available at our practice, confirm insurance coverage, or schedule a new patient appointment. Our Howell office serves Livingston County patients with convenient access from the Howell, Brighton, Hartland, and Pinckney communities. Our Bloomfield Hills office serves Oakland County patients with convenient access from the Birmingham, Troy, West Bloomfield, and Farmington Hills communities. Both offices welcome new patients and provide the same high standard of podiatric care that Livingston and Oakland county residents have come to expect from Balance Foot & Ankle.

Medical References & Sources

• American Diabetes Association — Foot Complications
• PubMed Research — Diabetic Foot Care
• American Podiatric Medical Association — Diabetic Foot

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.