Quick answer: Hartland Township Podiatrist Brighton Township Livingston County is a common foot/ankle topic that affects many patients. The 2026 evidence-based approach combines proper diagnosis, conservative-first treatment, and escalation only when needed. We treat this regularly at our Howell and Bloomfield Hills practices. Call (810) 206-1402.
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Your Local Podiatrist in Livingston County
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM — Board-Certified Podiatrist, Balance Foot & Ankle Specialists, Michigan. Last updated April 2026.
Hartland Township, Brighton Township, and the surrounding communities of Livingston County are fortunate to have a board-certified podiatric physician right in their backyard. Balance Foot & Ankle’s Howell office serves all of Livingston County — providing comprehensive foot and ankle care to the communities of Hartland, Brighton, Hamburg, Genoa, Oceola, and Howell townships without the need to travel to Ann Arbor, Flint, or Detroit for specialty care.
Dr. Tom Bembynista and the Balance Foot & Ankle team have deep roots in Livingston County’s healthcare community and understand the active, outdoor-focused lifestyle that makes this region one of Michigan’s most desirable places to live.
Serving Livingston County’s Growing Communities
Livingston County has experienced significant growth in recent decades — with Hartland Township and Brighton Township among the fastest-growing communities in Southeast Michigan. The county’s combination of excellent schools, recreational opportunities (Island Lake Recreation Area, Pinckney Recreation Area, Brighton Recreation Area), and relatively short commutes to Detroit and Ann Arbor attracts active families and professionals who demand quality healthcare close to home.
Balance Foot & Ankle provides the specialized foot and ankle expertise that Livingston County’s growing population deserves — within the county, not requiring a distant commute.
Comprehensive Foot and Ankle Services
- Plantar fasciitis and heel pain — Our most commonly treated condition for Livingston County’s active outdoor community
- Bunion correction — All surgical and conservative options
- Hammertoes and toe deformities — Including surgical correction
- Diabetic foot care — Annual exams, wound care, custom footwear
- Ingrown toenails — Same-day office treatment; permanent correction
- Sports injuries — Ankle sprains, stress fractures, tendon conditions for Hartland’s active youth and adult sports community
- Custom orthotics — Precision fabrication for running, walking, and work boots
- Children’s foot conditions — Sever’s disease, flat feet, warts, in-toeing
- Toenail fungus — Including laser treatment
- Ankle instability — Rehab and surgical reconstruction
Outdoor Recreation and Trail Running: Livingston County’s Foot Health Demands
Livingston County’s trail systems — including the extensive trails of the Pinckney Recreation Area, Island Lake, and Brighton Recreation Area — attract hundreds of thousands of hikers, trail runners, mountain bikers, and outdoor enthusiasts each year. Trail running and hiking-related foot and ankle injuries (ankle sprains, stress fractures, plantar fasciitis from increased training load) are among the most common conditions we see from the Hartland and Brighton area communities.
We provide sports-aware podiatric care that understands the demands of Michigan’s outdoor recreation culture — getting you back on the trail as quickly and safely as possible.
School and Youth Sports: Hartland and Brighton Consolidated Athletics
Hartland Consolidated Schools and Brighton Area Schools are home to competitive athletic programs. Young athletes in cross country, track, football, soccer, basketball, and other sports develop the full spectrum of pediatric and adolescent foot conditions: Sever’s disease (heel pain from growth plate stress), ankle sprains during games and practice, stress fractures from high mileage, and overuse injuries from year-round sport specialization.
We treat student athletes with the same evidence-based approach we use for adults, adapted for growing feet and the unique considerations of adolescent athletes — including minimizing time away from sport whenever safely possible.
Convenient Location Right in Howell
Our Howell office is located at 4490 E Grand River Ave — easily accessible from I-96 and US-23 for Hartland and Brighton Township residents. Free parking; no long hospital system navigation. Most new patients are seen within 5–7 days; urgent appointments available for acute injuries.
Insurance and Scheduling
We accept most major insurance plans including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Priority Health, Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, Medicare, and Medicaid. Our billing staff verifies your coverage before your first appointment. Book online 24/7 or call our office to schedule.
Foot or Ankle Pain? We Can Help.
Balance Foot & Ankle — Howell & Bloomfield Township, MI
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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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Same-week appointments available at both locations.
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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 Hills 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.
Call Balance Foot & Ankle: (810) 206-1402 · Book online · Offices in Howell & Bloomfield Hills
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👉 PowerStep Pinnacle Insoles — Podiatrist-recommended insoles for everyday foot support.
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Visit Balance Foot & Ankle — Same-Day Appointments Available
Our podiatry team serves patients throughout Michigan including Howell, Brighton, and Bloomfield Hills. If you’re dealing with heel pain, ingrown toenails, or a foot injury, we have same-day appointment availability.
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.