Quick answer: Foot Ankle Problems After Hip Replacement is a common foot/ankle topic that affects many patients. Effective treatment starts with a targeted diagnosis, conservative-first treatment, and escalation only when needed. We treat this regularly at our Howell and Bloomfield Township practices. Call (810) 206-1402.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM — Board-Certified Podiatric Surgeon — Balance Foot & Ankle, Howell & Bloomfield Township, MI. Last updated April 2026.
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Medically Reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM — Board-Certified Podiatrist, Balance Foot & Ankle Specialists, Michigan. Last updated April 2026.
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4330 E Grand River Ave
Howell, MI 48843
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43494 Woodward Ave, Suite 208
Bloomfield Township, MI 48302
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Dr. Tom explains how altered gait after hip, knee, or back surgery creates downstream foot and ankle problems — and how to fix them.
Post-Hip-Replacement Foot Care Kit
After hip replacement, altered mechanics stress the opposite foot and ankle. These four items address the three most common complaints: swelling, arch collapse, and plantar discomfort.
Non-Binding Compression Socks (8-pack)
Post-op bilateral ankle swelling is universal after hip replacement — these help fluid return without compromising circulation.
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Altered weight-bearing often causes opposite-side arch strain — supportive insole prevents compensatory plantar fasciitis.
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Topical menthol + arnica for calf and arch discomfort from gait compensation — no drug interactions with post-op medications.
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Gentle percussion on tight calves and arches — use 3–5 min/day once your surgeon clears extremity massage.
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When to See a Podiatrist
If foot or ankle pain has been bothering you for more than a few weeks, home care alone may not be enough. Balance Foot & Ankle offers same-week appointments at our Howell and Bloomfield Township clinics — no referral needed in most cases. Bring your current shoes and a short list of symptoms and we’ll build you a treatment plan in one visit.
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In-Office Treatment at Balance Foot & Ankle
If home treatment isn’t providing relief for your foot and ankle conditions, our podiatry team at Balance Foot & Ankle can help with same-day evaluations and advanced in-office care.
Same-day appointments available. (810) 206-1402
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.