✅ Medically reviewed by Dr. Thomas Biernacki, DPM — Board-Certified Podiatrist · Last updated April 7, 2026

Ankle Pain

Most Likely:

1. Outside of the Ankle

2. Front of the Ankle

3. Inside of the Ankle

4. Pain above the heel in the back of the foot

Less Likely

1. Heel Pain or Bottom of the Foot Pain
2. Back of the heel or Bottom of the Heel
3. Calf Pain
4. Shin Pain
5. Top of the Foot Pain

Associated Conditions:

• Flat Foot

Expert Podiatric Care for Michigan Patients: Balance Foot & Ankle

Michigan patients with any foot or ankle condition — whether a first-time acute problem or a chronic issue that has not responded to self-care — can access expert podiatric evaluation and treatment at Balance Foot & Ankle. Our fellowship-trained podiatric surgeons provide thorough diagnostic evaluation using weight-bearing digital X-rays and musculoskeletal ultrasound, followed by targeted conservative or surgical treatment appropriate to the specific diagnosis. We treat the full spectrum of podiatric conditions: plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy and rupture, Haglund’s deformity, bunions, hammertoes, neuromas, peripheral neuropathy, diabetic foot complications, toenail fungus, ankle instability, stress fractures, and more. Balance Foot & Ankle accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Medicare, and most Medicare Advantage plans. Same-week new patient appointments are available at our Howell (4330 E Grand River, serving Livingston County) and Bloomfield Hills (43494 Woodward Ave #208, serving Oakland County) offices. Call (810) 206-1402 to schedule.

Conservative Foot Treatment Options in Michigan: From Orthotics to EPAT

Michigan patients with foot and ankle conditions benefit from access to the full range of conservative treatment options at Balance Foot & Ankle. Custom orthotics fabricated from a 3D scan of the patient’s foot provide structural correction for flatfoot, high arch, and biomechanical overload conditions that OTC insoles cannot adequately address. EPAT (extracorporeal pulse activation therapy) provides a non-surgical treatment option for plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, and other tendon conditions that resist initial conservative care — clinical evidence shows 70-80% cure rates for chronic plantar fasciitis. Ultrasound-guided injection therapy allows precise corticosteroid, PRP, or local anesthetic delivery to specific anatomical targets including the plantar fascia insertion, retrocalcaneal bursa, Morton’s neuroma interspace, and ankle joint. Physical therapy coordination with specific home exercise prescription addresses strength and flexibility deficits that perpetuate foot and ankle conditions. Michigan patients who want conservative treatment options before considering surgery can call Balance Foot & Ankle at (810) 206-1402 for an evaluation at our Howell or Bloomfield Hills office.

Schedule Podiatric Care in Michigan: Same-Week Appointments at Balance Foot & Ankle

Michigan patients with foot or ankle concerns don’t have to wait weeks for an appointment. Balance Foot & Ankle offers same-week new patient appointments at our Howell office (4330 E Grand River, serving Livingston County) and Bloomfield Hills office (43494 Woodward Ave #208, serving Oakland County and northern Metro Detroit). Both offices feature in-office digital X-ray, musculoskeletal ultrasound, and fellowship-trained podiatric surgeons who can address any foot and ankle condition from the routine to the complex. We accept Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Medicare, and most Medicare Advantage plans, and our insurance team verifies benefits before your appointment. Michigan patients ready to get expert foot care can call Balance Foot & Ankle at (810) 206-1402.

Michigan Podiatry: Complete Foot and Ankle Services at Balance Foot & Ankle

At Balance Foot & Ankle, Michigan patients receive comprehensive podiatric care for every foot and ankle condition. Our services include custom orthotics, diabetic foot surveillance and wound care, toenail care, injection therapy, EPAT for tendinopathy and plantar fasciitis, and the full range of foot and ankle surgical procedures. From plantar fasciitis to ankle replacement, from ingrown toenails to complex reconstructive surgery, our fellowship-trained podiatric surgeons provide evidence-based care at our Howell and Bloomfield Hills Michigan offices. New patients are welcome — call (810) 206-1402 to schedule.

Michigan patients who need expert foot or ankle care can call Balance Foot & Ankle at (810) 206-1402 for same-week appointments at our Howell (4330 E Grand River, Livingston County) or Bloomfield Hills (43494 Woodward Ave #208, Oakland County) offices. Our fellowship-trained podiatric surgeons treat the full spectrum of foot conditions and accept Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Medicare, and most major Michigan insurance plans.

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• Plantar Fasciitis & Heel Pain Treatment
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For more information about foot and ankle care in Michigan, or to schedule an appointment with a fellowship-trained podiatrist, call Balance Foot & Ankle at (810) 206-1402. We provide comprehensive podiatric services for patients throughout Livingston County, Oakland County, and greater Southeast Michigan.

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Clinical References

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2. Doherty C, et al. The incidence and prevalence of ankle sprain injury. Sports Medicine. 2014;44(1):123-140.
3. Kannus P, Renstrom P. Treatment for acute tears of the lateral ligaments of the ankle. Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. 1991;73(2):305-312.