Foot Care During Chemo: Hand-Foot Syndrome
Quick answer: Chemo Foot Care requires extra care. Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM coordinates with your medical team.
Special Considerations
Increased infection risk, slower healing, neuropathy, vascular changes — all warrant proactive care.
Daily Routine
Daily inspection, gentle hygiene, supportive footwear, prompt attention to any changes.
Schedule
Call (810) 206-1402.
Foot Health & Care Resource Center (American Podiatric Medical Association)
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
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Natural topical pain relief I use in our clinic. Arnica + camphor formula — apply directly to the area 3–4x daily. ($20–25)
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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.