Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM
Board-certified podiatric surgeon | Balance Foot & Ankle, Howell & Bloomfield Hills, MI
Last reviewed: May 2026
Plantar fasciitis near Troy fails conservative treatment in 10% of cases — and the reason is almost always one of three things: the wrong stretching protocol, barefoot walking at home, or an undiagnosed Baxter’s nerve entrapment masquerading as plantar fasciitis. EPAT shockwave resolves most persistent cases without surgery. Call (810) 206-1402 — plantar fasciitis treatment in Troy.
Plantar Fasciitis Treatment Close to Troy, MI
If you’re dealing with sharp heel pain when you take your first steps in the morning, you’re likely experiencing plantar fasciitis — the most common cause of heel pain in adults. At Balance Foot & Ankle, we treat patients from Troy and the surrounding communities at our Bloomfield Hills office, just 10 minutes south on Woodward Ave.
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Plantar fasciitis develops when the thick band of tissue running along the bottom of your foot becomes inflamed where it attaches to your heel bone. In our clinic, we see many Troy-area patients who’ve been stretching for months with minimal improvement — often because they’re missing the right diagnosis or the right treatment protocol.
What to Expect at Your Appointment
Your first appointment at our Bloomfield Hills office includes a complete biomechanical evaluation, gait analysis, and digital pressure mapping. We distinguish plantar fasciitis from other causes of heel pain including heel spurs, Baxter’s nerve entrapment, and stress fractures — conditions that can present identically but require different treatment.
Most patients from Troy respond well to a conservative protocol: custom 3D-printed orthotics, targeted physical therapy, and anti-inflammatory management. For cases that don’t improve within 6-8 weeks, we offer advanced interventions including shockwave therapy and ultrasound-guided PRP injections.
Key takeaway: Most plantar fasciitis cases resolve within 3-6 months with the right protocol. Custom orthotics address the structural cause — flat feet, high arches, or overpronation — that generic insoles miss.
Why Balance Foot & Ankle for Plantar Fasciitis Near Troy
Dr. Tom Biernacki is a board-certified podiatric surgeon with over 3,000 surgical procedures and 950,000+ YouTube views educating patients about foot and ankle conditions. He founded Balance Foot & Ankle with a focus on getting patients back on their feet without unnecessary surgery — using the most conservative effective treatment first.
Our Bloomfield Hills office serves Troy, Royal Oak, Birmingham, and the broader Oakland County community. We accept most major insurance plans including Blue Cross, Aetna, and Medicare, and offer same-day appointments for new patients.
⚠️ See a podiatrist if you have:
- Heel pain lasting more than 6 weeks without improvement
- Pain that’s constant — not just with first steps
- Numbness or tingling in the heel (may be nerve entrapment)
- Pain that worsens throughout the day rather than easing
Insurance & Scheduling
We accept Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, Medicare, and most PPO plans. Custom orthotics are typically covered when medically indicated. Call (810) 206-1402 or book online for a same-day appointment.
Directions from Troy: Take Woodward Ave south approximately 10 minutes. Our office is at 43494 Woodward Ave, Suite 208, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302.
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For a complete clinical overview: Plantar Fasciitis Treatment Guide — every treatment from stretching to surgery
How quickly can I get a podiatry appointment in Southeast Michigan?
Same-week appointments available at our Howell, Milford, Fenton, Hartland, and surrounding locations.
What does Balance Foot & Ankle specialize in?
Comprehensive foot and ankle care — plantar fasciitis, bunions, toenail conditions, ankle surgery, diabetic foot care, and custom orthotics.
📋 Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS answers:
Troy residents can access our full suite of plantar fasciitis treatments at our Auburn Hills and Novi offices, both convenient to the Troy area. Treatment options include custom foot orthotics, corticosteroid injections, MLS laser therapy, EPAT shockwave therapy, night splints, and stretching protocols. For chronic cases not responding to conservative care, we also offer PRP injections. Over 90% of our plantar fasciitis patients resolve completely without surgery. Most appointments include same-week availability for Troy patients.
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.