Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM
Board-certified podiatric surgeon | Balance Foot & Ankle, Howell & Bloomfield Hills, MI
Last reviewed: May 2026
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.
Medically Reviewed | Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM | Board-Certified Podiatric Surgeon | Balance Foot & Ankle, Michigan
The most important clinical decision with Podiatrist Harrison Township New Baltimore Michigan Macomb County Balance Foot Ankle isn’t which treatment to start with — it’s identifying the correct subtype. That changes everything. Call (810) 206-1402.
Podiatric Care for Harrison Township and New Baltimore
Harrison Township and New Baltimore are thriving waterfront communities in eastern Macomb County, where active outdoor lifestyles — boating, walking, cycling, and year-round recreation along Lake St. Clair — place real demands on feet and ankles. Dr. Tom Biernacki at Balance Foot & Ankle serves these communities with expert podiatric care that combines clinical excellence with genuine accessibility. Whether your foot problem is routine or complex, our practice provides the hands-on exam plus imaging when needed and treatment that eastern Macomb County residents deserve.
Heel Pain and Common Foot Conditions
Plantar fasciitis, ingrown toenails, toenail fungus, and bunions are among the most common podiatric complaints from Harrison Township and New Baltimore patients. Dr. Biernacki’s systematic approach to heel pain — orthotics, stretching, injections, and when necessary shockwave therapy or surgery — delivers lasting relief for the vast majority of patients within 8–12 weeks. Ingrown toenail surgery is performed in-office with permanent resolution in a single appointment. Bunion evaluation includes weight-bearing X-rays and honest discussion of conservative and surgical options.
Sports and Recreational Foot Injuries
Harrison Township and New Baltimore’s active waterfront population — runners along the Macomb Orchard Trail, cyclists, youth athletes in eastern Macomb County sports programs — frequently present with sports and recreational foot injuries. Ankle sprains, Achilles tendinopathy, stress fractures, and plantar fasciitis in active adults are all expertly managed with in-office diagnostic ultrasound and evidence-based treatment protocols. Return-to-activity guidance is specific, realistic, and grounded in current sports medicine evidence.
Diabetic Foot Care for Eastern Macomb County
Diabetic residents of Harrison Township and New Baltimore benefit from Dr. Biernacki’s comprehensive preventive foot care program. Annual comprehensive foot exams, sensory and vascular assessment, wound care, offloading devices, and custom therapeutic footwear are available with Medicare and Medicaid coverage for qualifying patients. Proactive monitoring and patient education prevent the serious complications — ulcers, infections, and amputations — that make diabetic foot disease one of Michigan’s most preventable healthcare tragedies.
Getting to Balance Foot & Ankle from Harrison Township and New Baltimore
Our Macomb County clinic locations are accessible from Harrison Township and New Baltimore via I-94, Jefferson Avenue (M-29), and M-59 (Hall Road). Patients from Chesterfield Township, Anchor Bay, and Romeo also find our offices convenient. We offer flexible scheduling with early morning and evening hours, and accept most major Michigan insurance plans including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Priority Health, Aetna, Cigna, Medicare, and Medicaid. New patient scheduling is available online at michiganfootdoctors.com or by phone.
Why Harrison Township and New Baltimore Patients Choose Dr. Biernacki
Patients from Harrison Township and New Baltimore choose Balance Foot & Ankle because Dr. Biernacki is the kind of podiatrist that eastern Macomb County deserves — clinically excellent, genuinely accessible, and transparently honest about diagnosis and treatment. His YouTube educational channel and comprehensive online resources make him a familiar and trusted name for patients who research their healthcare providers carefully. When you visit our practice from the eastern shore of Macomb County, you’ll find a team that takes your foot and ankle health as seriously as you do.
Dr. Tom's Product Recommendations
PowerStep Pinnacle Arch Support Insoles
⭐ Highly Rated
Podiatrist-recommended arch support insoles for heel pain and plantar fasciitis in Harrison Township and New Baltimore patients. Excellent for active outdoor lifestyles.
Dr. Tom says: “PowerStep Pinnacle is my standard heel pain and arch support recommendation — durable, effective, and fits in most athletic and casual shoes used by Harrison Township’s active waterfront community.”
Best for: Plantar fasciitis, heel pain, arch support for active daily use
Not ideal for: Custom orthotic requirements or severe structural deformity
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CURREX RunPro Trail Insoles
⭐ Highly Rated
Dynamic arch support insoles for runners and cyclists using the Macomb Orchard Trail and Harrison Township recreational areas. Three arch profiles for personalized support.
Dr. Tom says: “For Harrison Township’s trail users and New Baltimore cyclists, CURREX RunPro provides the best arch-specific OTC support available — preventing common overuse injuries in active recreational athletes.”
Best for: Trail runners, cyclists, active recreational athletes in eastern Macomb County
Not ideal for: Patients needing accommodative diabetic or wide insoles
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Copper Compression Ankle Sleeve Support
⭐ Highly Rated
Graduated compression ankle support for post-sprain recovery, chronic ankle swelling, and daily ankle stability in Harrison Township and New Baltimore active residents.
Dr. Tom says: “A quality compression ankle sleeve helps Harrison Township patients recovering from ankle sprains or managing chronic ankle discomfort get back to their waterfront activities faster with appropriate protection.”
Best for: Post-ankle sprain return to activity, chronic ankle swelling, daily support
Not ideal for: Severe ankle instability requiring rigid bracing or surgical evaluation
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✅ Pros / Benefits
- Accessible from Harrison Township and New Baltimore via I-94 and Jefferson Avenue corridor
- Sports medicine expertise for eastern Macomb County’s active outdoor population
- Same-week appointments for new patients with urgent foot and ankle conditions
- Accepts most Michigan insurance plans including Blue Cross, Medicare, and Medicaid
❌ Cons / Risks
- Complex surgical procedures require travel to partnered outpatient surgical facilities
- Longer drive from the eastern shore of Macomb County compared to local urgent care options
Dr. Tom Biernacki’s Recommendation
Harrison Township and New Baltimore are beautiful waterfront communities — the kind of place where people love to be active outdoors year-round. Foot and ankle pain stops that enjoyment abruptly. My practice provides the expert care that gets eastern Macomb County’s active residents back on the trail, the dock, and the court as quickly as possible.
— Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM | Board-Certified Podiatric Surgeon | Balance Foot & Ankle
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a podiatrist near Harrison Township or New Baltimore?
Yes — Balance Foot & Ankle, led by Dr. Tom Biernacki, serves Harrison Township, New Baltimore, and eastern Macomb County. Our offices are accessible via I-94 and Jefferson Avenue, with same-week appointments available.
What foot conditions does Dr. Biernacki treat in eastern Macomb County?
We treat plantar fasciitis, heel pain, bunions, hammertoes, ingrown toenails, toenail fungus, ankle sprains, stress fractures, Achilles tendinopathy, Morton’s neuroma, and diabetic foot complications for Harrison Township and New Baltimore patients.
Does Balance Foot & Ankle accept Macomb County insurance plans?
Yes — we accept most major Michigan insurance plans including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Priority Health, Aetna, Cigna, Medicare, and Medicaid. Contact our office to verify your specific coverage.
How do I schedule from Harrison Township or New Baltimore?
Book online at michiganfootdoctors.com or call our office. Same-week and next-day appointments are frequently available. We offer morning and evening scheduling options.
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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.
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.