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 New Hudson 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.
New Hudson (Lyon Township) in Oakland County is one of Southeast Michigan’s fastest-growing communities, positioned along I-96 between Novi and Brighton. Residents have excellent highway access to Balance Foot & Ankle PLLC in nearby Howell, where Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM provides expert foot and ankle care.
Dr. Biernacki is board-certified and fellowship-trained, bringing advanced diagnostic and surgical expertise to patients from across Oakland and Livingston Counties. New Hudson-area patients appreciate both the convenient I-96 access and the specialist-level care that is often difficult to find outside major metro centers.
The most important clinical decision with Podiatrist New Hudson Michigan isn’t which treatment to start with — it’s identifying the correct subtype. That changes everything. Call (810) 206-1402.
Services for New Hudson and Lyon Township Residents
Our Howell practice covers the complete spectrum of podiatric care: plantar fasciitis, heel spurs, Achilles tendinopathy, bunion deformities (including minimally invasive surgery), hammertoes, Morton’s neuroma, ankle sprains and instability, tarsal tunnel syndrome, flat feet and PTTD, diabetic foot monitoring, ingrown toenails, toenail fungus, warts, and complex reconstructive procedures.
On-site digital X-ray, custom functional orthotics, ESWT shockwave therapy, and ultrasound-guided injections are all available at our Howell clinic.
Quick I-96 Access from New Hudson
New Hudson residents can reach our Howell office in approximately 15-20 minutes via I-96 East. This makes Balance Foot & Ankle one of the most accessible specialist podiatry practices for Lyon Township and surrounding communities. Most major insurance plans accepted; new patient appointments typically within a week.
Dr. Tom's Product Recommendations
Recommended Products from Dr. Biernacki
Strassburg Sock Plantar Fasciitis Night Splint
⭐ Highly Rated
Sock-style plantar fascia night splint — stretches the plantar fascia and Achilles overnight to reduce morning heel pain.
Dr. Tom says: “The Strassburg Sock is the most comfortable night splint option for plantar fasciitis. Most patients hate traditional rigid night splints and stop wearing them. The sock design is better tolerated and still delivers the overnight plantar fascia stretch needed to reduce morning first-step pain. I recommend this before trying a rigid splint.”
Plantar fasciitis with morning first-step pain, Achilles tightness at night
Severe contracture requiring rigid extension — consider a hard shell AFO night splint
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Dr. Tom Biernacki’s Recommendation
New Hudson is one of the communities I think about when I note how much Oakland County has grown. If you are dealing with foot or ankle pain in Lyon Township and haven’t found a specialist nearby yet, we are just a quick I-96 drive away and can usually see you within a week.
— 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.