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Hammertoe Treatment
Expert Care at Balance Foot & Ankle Michigan
Board-certified podiatric surgeons provide hammertoe treatment at our Howell and Bloomfield Hills offices. 4.9★ rated · 1,123+ reviews · Same-week appointments · Most insurance accepted.
Board-certified podiatric surgeon Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM — 3,000+ surgeries, 4.9★ (1,123 reviews)
Hammertoe Treatment in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan
Hammertoe is a deformity where one or more of the smaller toes bend abnormally at the middle joint, causing pain, corns, and difficulty wearing shoes. At Balance Foot & Ankle Specialists, Dr. Tom Biernacki offers the full spectrum of hammertoe treatment for Bloomfield Hills patients — from splinting and orthotics to minimally invasive hammertoe correction surgery.
Symptoms We Treat
- Toe bent downward at the middle joint
- Pain or pressure when wearing shoes
- Corns or calluses on top of the bent toe
- Difficulty straightening the affected toe
- Swelling and redness around the joint
Treatment Options
Conservative hammertoe treatment includes: custom orthotics to redistribute pressure and slow progression, toe splints and straighteners, padding and shoe modifications, stretching exercises to maintain flexibility, and MLS laser therapy for inflamed joints. When the toe becomes rigid or causes significant pain, surgical correction via a minimally invasive hammertoe arthroplasty can straighten the toe permanently with a small incision and rapid recovery.
Serving Bloomfield Hills and Oakland County
Our Bloomfield Hills-area practice serves Birmingham, Bloomfield Township, Troy, Clarkston, Waterford, and surrounding Oakland County communities. Same-week appointments available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can hammertoes be fixed without surgery in Bloomfield Hills?
Flexible hammertoes (still movable) respond well to conservative care with orthotics and splinting. Rigid hammertoes that have become fixed in the bent position typically require surgical correction for lasting relief.
How long is recovery from hammertoe surgery?
Minimally invasive hammertoe surgery allows walking in a surgical sandal immediately. Most patients return to regular shoes within 4–6 weeks, with full recovery in 2–3 months.
Book Your Appointment
Hammertoes worsen over time without treatment. Schedule your hammertoe consultation with Dr. Biernacki and get back to comfortable walking.
Call us today: (810) 206-1402
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Howell Office
4330 E Grand River Ave
Howell, MI 48843
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Bloomfield Hills Office
43494 Woodward Ave, Suite 208
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
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Conservative and surgical hammertoe correction at our Bloomfield Hills office. Walk comfortably again with expert podiatric care.
What hammertoe treatments are available in Bloomfield Hills?
Padding, custom orthotics, wider footwear, splinting, and minimally-invasive surgical correction — all available at our Bloomfield Hills office.
How quickly can hammertoe surgery be performed in Bloomfield Hills?
Most hammertoe corrections are outpatient procedures taking 30–60 minutes. Recovery is 2–6 weeks depending on technique used.
Can hammertoes be fixed without surgery in Bloomfield Hills?
Flexible hammertoes respond well to orthotics and footwear changes. Rigid hammertoes typically require surgical correction for lasting relief.
Podiatrist-Recommended Products for Hammertoes
Deep toe-box shoes and hammertoe pads reduce pressure on bent toes and slow progression. Our Bloomfield Hills podiatrists recommend these:
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See our full Podiatrist-Recommended Products Guide including our dedicated Best Hammertoe Pads & Straighteners page.
Hammertoe Treatment in Bloomfield Hills, MI
From padding & toe splints to corrective surgery — same-day appointments available.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does treatment take to work?
Most patients see improvement in 4-8 weeks with consistent conservative care. Persistent symptoms after 8 weeks need imaging and escalation.
When is surgery needed?
Surgery is reserved for cases that fail 3-6 months of conservative care, structural deformities, or fractures requiring stabilization.
Is this covered by insurance?
Most diagnostic visits and conservative treatments are covered by Medicare and major insurers. Custom orthotics often require diabetic or post-surgical justification.
Our podiatrists treat the underlying cause, not just the symptom. Same-week appointments at our Howell and Bloomfield Hills, Michigan offices.