Medically Reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM — Board-Certified Podiatrist, Balance Foot & Ankle Specialists, Michigan. Last updated April 2026.
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Expert Foot Care for Milford, South Lyon, and New Hudson
Residents of Milford, South Lyon, New Hudson, Lyon Township, and Milford Township have a premier podiatric care option nearby at Balance Foot & Ankle. Our board-certified podiatrists at our Howell and Bloomfield Township locations provide expert treatment for the full range of foot and ankle conditions — delivered with the personal attention and thoroughness our patients have come to expect.
Whether you’re a South Lyon soccer player with an ankle sprain, a Milford senior with heel pain, or someone dealing with a persistent ingrown toenail, we have the expertise and technology to help you get better.
Treating the Most Common Foot Conditions
Heel pain is our most frequent presenting complaint — plantar fasciitis affects approximately 10% of people at some point in their lives, and the villages and townships of western Oakland County are no exception. We offer a comprehensive, stepwise approach: stretching and physical therapy protocols, custom orthotics, shockwave therapy for chronic cases, and minimally invasive surgical options when needed.
Bunions, hammertoes, and other structural toe deformities are also common reasons Milford-area patients visit us. We discuss all available options from conservative accommodation to surgical correction and help patients make informed decisions based on their specific deformity, pain level, and lifestyle goals.
Active Lifestyle Support for Oakland County Athletes
Milford and South Lyon are surrounded by recreational opportunities — Kensington Metropark, the Huron Valley Trail, Island Lake Recreation Area, and numerous golf courses attract active residents year-round. Active people sustain foot and ankle injuries, and we’re here to help them recover quickly and safely.
We treat ankle sprains, Achilles tendinitis, stress fractures, peroneal tendon injuries, turf toe, and all manner of athletic foot and ankle conditions. Our approach combines accurate diagnosis with evidence-based rehabilitation, and we coordinate with physical therapy practices when extended rehabilitation is needed.
Diabetic Foot Care
Michigan’s diabetes prevalence means we see many patients who require specialized diabetic foot monitoring and wound care. Annual diabetic foot exams screen for neuropathy, vascular insufficiency, and early ulcers before they become serious problems. When wounds do develop, our wound care capabilities include advanced dressings, offloading devices, and infection management coordinated with primary care and vascular surgery when needed.
Surgical Excellence When Needed
When conservative treatment has been given a fair trial without adequate results, surgery may be the appropriate next step. Our podiatric surgeons offer bunionectomy, hammertoe correction, tendon repair, fracture fixation, and nerve decompression procedures. We explain all surgical options clearly, set realistic expectations, and provide thorough post-operative monitoring and rehabilitation guidance.
Book Your Appointment
Milford and South Lyon residents — don’t let foot pain sideline you from the activities and life you enjoy. Call Balance Foot & Ankle at (810) 206-1402 or book online today. We look forward to serving the western Oakland County community.
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Balance Foot & Ankle — Howell & Bloomfield Township, MI
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Howell Office
3980 E Grand River Ave, Suite 140
Howell, MI 48843
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Bloomfield Hills Office
43700 Woodward Ave, Suite 207
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
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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
Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM is a double board-certified podiatrist and foot & ankle surgeon 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 reached over one million views.
- Plantar Fasciitis: Diagnosis and Conservative Management (PubMed)
- Plantar Fasciitis (APMA)
- Diagnosis and Treatment of Plantar Fasciitis (PubMed / AAFP)
- Heel Pain (APMA)