Podiatrist Commerce Township MI 2026 | Balance F&A
Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM
Board-certified podiatric surgeon | Balance Foot & Ankle, Howell & Bloomfield Hills, MI Last reviewed: May 2026
MICHIGAN PODIATRIST INSIGHT
Balance Foot & Ankle offers same-day appointments for urgent foot and ankle conditions across Southeast Michigan — but the most important factor in outcomes isn’t getting seen quickly. Our podiatrists explain what to do in the first 24-48 hours before your appointment that most patients skip entirely. Call (810) 206-1402 — expert podiatric care across Michigan.
Commerce Township patients are 15 minutes from our Bloomfield Hills office — same-day appointments available.
You are in the right place. Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS — board-certified foot & ankle surgeon with 3,000+ surgeries — explains exactly what foot and ankle care in Commerce Township means and what works. Call (810) 206-1402 for same-day appointment at Howell or Bloomfield Hills.
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Dr. Tom Biernacki serves Commerce Township and Oakland County patients with expert foot and ankle care.
Expert Foot Care for Commerce Township, Michigan
Commerce Township is one of Oakland County’s most beautiful communities, situated along Dodge #4 and Pontiac Lakes with abundant outdoor recreation opportunities. Balance Foot & Ankle, led by Dr. Tom Biernacki, extends comprehensive podiatric services to patients from Commerce Township, Walled Lake, Union Lake, and the surrounding area.
Foot & Ankle Conditions Treated in Commerce Township
Commerce Township-area patients present with the full spectrum of foot and ankle conditions managed by Dr. Biernacki. Plantar fasciitis and heel pain — among the most common complaints in this active community — respond well to custom orthotics, stretching, and advanced injection therapy. Haglund’s deformity (“pump bump”) at the back of the heel is common in Commerce Township’s active residents and is managed with heel lifts, footwear modification, and surgical calcaneal resection for resistant cases. Diabetic foot care is critical for Commerce Township’s significant older and diabetic population: routine nail debridement, wound monitoring, and custom footwear prevent limb-threatening complications. Sports injuries including ankle sprains, stress fractures, and Achilles tendinopathy affect Commerce Township’s recreational athletes and trail runners. Structural deformities including bunions, hammertoes, and flatfoot are managed conservatively or surgically as needed. Ingrown toenails, plantar warts, and nail fungal infections receive prompt in-office treatment.
Serving Commerce Township and Western Oakland County
Balance Foot & Ankle accepts most major insurance plans and works to maintain prompt appointment availability for Commerce Township patients. New patients are typically seen within days. Urgent appointments for acute injuries, infections, and painful ingrown toenails are regularly available. Our clinic locations are easily accessible via M-5 and Pontiac Trail. Call today.
Dr. Tom's Product Recommendations
Merrell Moab 3 Hiking Shoe
⭐ Highly Rated
Versatile hiking shoe with supportive footbed, protective toe cap, and flexible outsole — ideal for Commerce Township patients who hike Pontiac Lake trails and need foot protection and arch support on variable terrain.
Dr. Tom says:“A top-rated hiking shoe for trail use around Commerce Township’s outdoor recreation areas.”
✅ Best for Hikers and trail walkers needing arch support, toe protection, and grip on moderate terrain
⚠️ Not ideal for Technical rock climbers or patients needing specialized trail running performance footwear
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KT Tape Pro Kinesiology Tape
⭐ Highly Rated
Medical-grade kinesiology tape for supporting Achilles tendons, posterior heel, and ankle ligaments during activity — useful for Commerce Township hikers and athletes managing Haglund’s deformity or mild Achilles tendinopathy.
Dr. Tom says:“Kinesiology taping provides functional support while allowing full range of motion.”
✅ Best for Haglund’s deformity, insertional Achilles pain, mild ankle instability during activity
⚠️ Not ideal for Patients with tape allergies or severe injuries requiring rigid support or immobilization
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✅ Pros / Benefits
Serving Commerce Township, Walled Lake, Union Lake, and western Oakland County
Haglund’s deformity and retrocalcaneal bursitis expert management
Diabetic foot care and wound monitoring
Trail runner and outdoor recreation injury management
❌ Cons / Risks
Surgical procedures performed at licensed surgical facilities rather than in office
Custom orthotic fabrication requires a dedicated fitting appointment
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Dr. Tom Biernacki’s Recommendation
Commerce Township’s outdoor lifestyle — the lakes, the trails, the parks — means patients come in with everything from trail running injuries to work boot-related heel pain. We love treating active patients who want to stay active, and we design our care around your lifestyle. Call Balance Foot & Ankle today.
— Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM | Board-Certified Podiatric Surgeon | Balance Foot & Ankle
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Balance Foot & Ankle serve Commerce Township, Michigan?
Yes — we welcome patients from Commerce Township and all western Oakland County communities. Call our office for directions to the nearest clinic location with prompt availability.
Do you treat posterior heel pain from hiking boots?
Yes — Haglund’s deformity and retrocalcaneal bursitis are common in hikers wearing stiff-backed boots. We treat this with heel lifts, footwear guidance, bursal injection, and surgery for persistent cases.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept most major plans including BCBS, Medicare, Medicaid, Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, Priority Health, and others. Call to verify your plan before your appointment.
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.
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.
Balance Foot & Ankle surgeons are affiliated with Trinity Health Michigan, Corewell Health, and Henry Ford Health — three of Michigan’s largest health systems.
