Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM
Board-certified podiatric surgeon | Balance Foot & Ankle, Howell & Bloomfield Hills, MI
Last reviewed: May 2026
Quick answer: Podiatrist Bancroft Michigan is a common foot/ankle topic that affects many patients. The 2026 evidence-based approach combines proper diagnosis, conservative-first treatment, and escalation only when needed. We treat this regularly at our Howell and Bloomfield Hills practices. Call (810) 206-1402.
Bancroft in central Shiawassee County is conveniently located along M-52 — one of the most direct routes to Balance Foot & Ankle PLLC in Howell. Just south on M-52, Bancroft-area residents can access fellowship-trained podiatric care from Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM in approximately 20-25 minutes.
Dr. Biernacki is board-certified and fellowship-trained in foot and ankle surgery, providing hands-on exam plus imaging when needed and treatment at our Howell clinic — from routine nail care and diabetic foot monitoring to complex reconstructive surgery.
The most important clinical decision with Podiatrist Bancroft Michigan isn’t which treatment to start with — it’s identifying the correct subtype. That changes everything. Call (810) 206-1402.
Foot and Ankle Services for Bancroft Patients
We treat plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, bunions, hammertoes, Morton’s neuroma, ankle sprains and instability, adult acquired flatfoot, diabetic foot care and wound management, ingrown toenails, toenail fungus, warts, and complex reconstructive procedures. On-site digital X-ray, custom orthotics, ESWT, and ultrasound-guided injections available.
Short Drive via M-52
Bancroft to Howell is approximately 20-25 minutes south on M-52. Most insurance accepted; same-week appointments regularly available.
Dr. Tom's Product Recommendations
Recommended Foot Care Products
Strassburg Sock Night Splint
⭐ Highly Rated
Comfortable sock-style night splint for plantar fasciitis — maintains plantar fascia stretch overnight.
Dr. Tom says: “The Strassburg Sock is the night splint patients actually wear. Most rigid night splints are uncomfortable and get abandoned. This sock-style design maintains a dorsiflexion stretch on the plantar fascia overnight, reducing morning first-step pain. Recommend wearing for 4-6 weeks alongside stretching and orthotics.”
Plantar fasciitis with morning first-step pain, Achilles tightness overnight
Recent Achilles surgery or acute Achilles injury — different immobilization needed
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Dr. Tom Biernacki’s Recommendation
Bancroft patients have one of the shortest drives to our clinic from Shiawassee County. I encourage anyone with foot or ankle pain in the area to come in.
— Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM | Board-Certified Podiatric Surgeon | Balance Foot & Ankle
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I see a podiatrist?
If symptoms persist past 2 weeks, affect your normal activity, or are accompanied by red-flag symptoms (warmth, redness, swelling, inability to bear weight).
What does treatment cost?
Most diagnostic visits and conservative treatments are covered by Medicare and major insurers. Out-of-pocket costs vary by your specific plan.
How quickly can I get an appointment?
Most non-urgent cases see us within 5 business days. Urgent cases (sudden pain, possible fracture) typically same or next business day.
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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.