Medically Reviewed | Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM | Board-Certified Podiatric Surgeon | Balance Foot & Ankle, Michigan
Flat Rock is a growing community in southern Wayne County, home to families, workers, and active residents who depend on healthy feet. Balance Foot & Ankle, led by Dr. Tom Biernacki, provides comprehensive foot and ankle care for Flat Rock patients — from routine ingrown toenail removal to complex ankle reconstruction.
The most important clinical decision with Podiatrist Flat Rock 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 Flat Rock Patients
Flat Rock patients visit Balance Foot & Ankle for the full spectrum of podiatric care: plantar fasciitis and heel pain, bunion and hammertoe evaluation and correction, ingrown toenail removal (including permanent matrixectomy), diabetic foot exams and wound care, custom orthotics and biomechanical analysis, ankle sprains and instability, toenail fungus treatment, sports and overuse injuries, and nerve-related foot conditions. Digital X-rays and musculoskeletal ultrasound are available in-office for same-day diagnosis.
Diabetic Foot Care for Flat Rock Patients
Diabetes is common throughout southern Wayne County, and preventive foot care is critical for patients managing this condition. At Balance Foot & Ankle, we provide annual comprehensive diabetic foot exams (Medicare-covered), nail and callus management, wound care for diabetic ulcers, and custom diabetic shoe fittings. Early detection of neuropathy and circulation issues prevents serious complications. If you have diabetes and haven’t had a foot exam in the past year, please schedule one today.
Serving Flat Rock and Southern Downriver
Our Michigan office serves patients from Flat Rock, Rockwood, Gibraltar, Brownstown Township, Woodhaven, and the broader southern Downriver community. We accept Blue Cross Blue Shield, Medicare, Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, Priority Health, and most other major Michigan insurance plans. Same-week appointments are typically available for new patients.
Schedule Your Appointment from Flat Rock
Foot pain doesn’t resolve on its own — and the sooner you’re evaluated, the simpler the treatment usually is. Schedule online at michiganfootdoctors.com or call our office directly. For urgent foot concerns — acute injuries, infected toenails, diabetic foot wounds — we prioritize rapid evaluation. Balance Foot & Ankle is here for Flat Rock and the surrounding community.
Dr. Tom's Product Recommendations
ASICS Gel-Nimbus 25 Running Shoe
⭐ Highly Rated
Maximum-cushion neutral running shoe with Gel technology in heel and forefoot — ideal for Flat Rock active patients needing superior shock absorption for plantar fasciitis or metatarsalgia.
Dr. Tom says: “The ASICS Gel-Nimbus is one of the best-cushioned running shoes available. For Flat Rock patients dealing with heel or forefoot pain, this shoe provides the kind of impact absorption that dramatically reduces daily symptoms during walking and running.”
Plantar fasciitis, metatarsalgia, neutral gait, active patients
Patients with significant overpronation (stability shoe needed)
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Powerstep Pinnacle Plus Insole
⭐ Highly Rated
Dual-layer cushioned arch support insole — provides biomechanical arch support with extra forefoot cushioning for Flat Rock patients with daily foot fatigue or heel pain.
Dr. Tom says: “Powerstep Pinnacle Plus adds forefoot cushioning to the standard Pinnacle — making it ideal for patients who need arch support and forefoot protection simultaneously. A great daily shoe insole for standing jobs and walking.”
Arch fatigue, forefoot pain, daily standing, plantar fasciitis
Severe flat feet requiring full custom orthotics
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Dr. Tom Biernacki’s Recommendation
Flat Rock is a community I’m glad to serve. It’s a place where people work hard and don’t always put their own health first. I’d like to change that — at least where foot health is concerned. You don’t have to live with heel pain, ingrown toenails, or a diabetic foot wound that isn’t healing. Come in, let us take a look, and we’ll take care of you.
— Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM | Board-Certified Podiatric Surgeon | Balance Foot & Ankle
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you serve Flat Rock, Michigan patients?
Yes — we serve patients from Flat Rock, Rockwood, Gibraltar, Brownstown Township, Woodhaven, and throughout southern Downriver Wayne County.
What insurance do you accept from Flat Rock?
Blue Cross Blue Shield, Medicare, Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, Priority Health, and most other major Michigan insurance plans.
Can I get custom orthotics in Flat Rock?
Yes — we perform biomechanical gait analysis and provide custom orthotics. No referral needed; schedule directly online or by phone.
Do you treat diabetic foot conditions in Flat Rock?
Yes — diabetic foot care including annual exams, wound care, and custom footwear is a core focus of our practice. Medicare covers annual diabetic foot exams.
How quickly can I get an appointment from Flat Rock?
New patients are typically seen within the same week. Urgent concerns are prioritized for same-day or next-day evaluation.
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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.
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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.
Our podiatrists treat the underlying cause, not just the symptom. Same-week appointments at our Howell and Bloomfield Hills, Michigan offices.
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.