You are in the right place. Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS — board-certified foot & ankle surgeon with 3,000+ surgeries — explains exactly what kohler disease pediatric means and what works. Call (810) 206-1402 to book at Howell or Bloomfield Township.
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Kohler Disease in Kids: Diagnosis + Treatment
Quick answer: Kohler Disease is a pediatric condition. Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM has experience treating young patients.
Diagnosis
Clinical exam, X-rays, sometimes MRI. Most cases diagnosed in a single visit.
Treatment
Activity modification, immobilization, supportive footwear, and time. Most cases resolve in weeks to months with conservative care.
Schedule
Call (810) 206-1402.
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 expert evaluations and advanced in-office care.
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What causes this condition?
Causes include mechanical stress, biomechanical imbalance, age-related changes, and sometimes systemic disease. Our clinical exam plus imaging identifies the specific driver.
Can it go away on its own?
Mild cases sometimes resolve with rest and supportive footwear. Persistent symptoms past 4-6 weeks rarely resolve without active treatment.
Is surgery required?
Most patients resolve with non-surgical care. Surgery is reserved for refractory cases or structural deformity.
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons: Köhler Disease
Ready to fix this for good?
Reading goes so far. The fastest path is a 30-minute office visit. Book online for Howell or Bloomfield Township. Call (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.