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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Howell Office
4330 E Grand River Ave
Howell, MI 48843
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Bloomfield Township Office
43494 Woodward Ave, Suite 208
Bloomfield Township, MI 48302
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When to See a Podiatrist
Foot problems are the #1 preventable cause of falls in adults over 70. Balance Foot & Ankle runs comprehensive senior foot evaluations — balance testing, circulation checks, nail and callus care, and diabetic screening. Medicare covers most services. Let us help you stay mobile and independent at home.
Call Balance Foot & Ankle: (810) 206-1402 · Book online · Offices in Howell & Bloomfield Township
Dr. Tom’s Senior Foot Care Essentials
PowerStep Pinnacle Insoles — Semi-rigid arch support with built-in heel cradle for fall prevention and daily stability. Sub-$50 vs $400+ custom orthotics — the most common recommendation I give seniors.
DASS Medical Compression Socks — Graduated compression for daily circulation. Diabetic-friendly knit — important for older adults managing circulation and swelling.
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In-Office Treatment at Balance Foot & Ankle
If home treatment isn’t providing relief for your senior foot care, our podiatry team at Balance Foot & Ankle can help with expert evaluations and advanced in-office care.
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Get Expert Care at Balance Foot & Ankle
Appointments at our Howell and Bloomfield Township offices. Board-certified podiatric surgeons. Most insurance accepted.
Appointments in Howell & Bloomfield Township
Three board-certified podiatric surgeons. 1,200+ five-star reviews. Most insurance accepted.
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.