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Podiatry Care for Coastal Macomb County
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM — Board-Certified Podiatrist, Balance Foot & Ankle Specialists, Michigan. Last updated April 2026.
Mount Clemens, Harrison Township, and Chesterfield Township sit along Lake St. Clair’s beautiful shoreline — communities with strong ties to Michigan’s Great Lakes heritage and a population that values quality healthcare. Balance Foot & Ankle serves residents of these communities, providing expert podiatric medicine and surgery with a level of personalized attention that large hospital-based practices can’t match.
Whether you’re dealing with nagging heel pain, a bunion that makes walking uncomfortable, diabetic foot concerns, or an ankle injury that hasn’t healed properly, our practice provides the specialized foot and ankle expertise to resolve your problem effectively.
Conditions We Treat
Our practice offers comprehensive foot and ankle care for patients across all ages and activity levels in coastal Macomb County:
- Plantar fasciitis — Michigan’s active communities mean lots of heel pain; our conservative protocols have over 90% success
- Bunions — Conservative management through surgical correction including minimally invasive techniques
- Hammertoes and lesser toe deformities — Padding, splinting, and surgical straightening
- Diabetic foot care — Annual exams, wound care, and custom diabetic footwear
- Ingrown toenails — Office treatment; permanent correction for recurring cases
- Toenail fungus — Including laser treatment for stubborn infections
- Sports injuries — Ankle sprains, stress fractures, and tendon conditions for Harrison Township’s active shoreline communities
- Custom orthotics — Precision fabrication for biomechanical problems
- Flat feet and arch problems — Assessment and management including surgical reconstruction when needed
- Arthritis care — Gout, rheumatoid, and osteoarthritis affecting feet and ankles
- Ankle instability — Rehab and surgical reconstruction for ankles that repeatedly give way
Seasonal Considerations for Shoreline Communities
Life along Lake St. Clair offers unique recreational opportunities — boating, fishing, kayaking, and summer activities that keep feet busy. We see seasonal patterns in our practice that reflect these community activities: increased barefoot and sandal-related skin conditions in summer, water sports-related ankle injuries through the warm months, and winter sports injuries from November through March.
We’re familiar with the foot health demands of an active, lake-adjacent lifestyle and provide care tailored to keeping you on the water and on the trail year-round.
Diabetic Foot Care for Macomb County’s Diabetic Community
Macomb County’s diabetic population deserves preventive foot care that matches the seriousness of their condition. Peripheral neuropathy affects approximately 50% of long-term diabetic patients, eliminating the pain sensation that normally protects feet from cumulative damage. Combined with reduced blood flow from peripheral arterial disease, even minor foot problems can escalate to serious wounds.
We provide comprehensive annual diabetic foot exams covered by Medicare and most commercial plans: protective sensation testing, vascular assessment, footwear evaluation, and patient education on daily self-inspection. For patients with active wounds, we provide wound care and specialist coordination.
Getting to Our Office from Coastal Macomb County
Our Bloomfield Hills location is accessible from Mount Clemens, Harrison Township, and Chesterfield via I-94 west to M-10 (Lodge) north, or via M-59 (Hall Road) west to I-75 south. Drive time from most coastal Macomb addresses is 35–50 minutes. We offer early morning appointments to accommodate patients who need to be seen before work shifts or family responsibilities.
Insurance Coverage
We accept most major insurance plans including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Priority Health, HAP (Health Alliance Plan), Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, Medicare Part B, and Medicaid. Our billing staff verifies your specific coverage before your first appointment — no surprises.
Schedule Your Appointment
Mount Clemens, Harrison Township, and Chesterfield residents: quality foot and ankle care is accessible to you. Book online 24/7 or call our office for a prompt appointment — we see most new patients within the week and offer urgent care slots for acute foot and ankle injuries.
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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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Max-cushion everyday shoe — podiatrist favorite for walking and running.
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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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Apply to plantar fascia + calves before bed. Combined with stretching, eliminates morning fascia pain. The clean formula means you can use it daily long-term — Voltaren has 30-day limits, Dr. Hoy’s doesn’t.
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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.