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Podiatric Care for Port Huron, Marysville, and the Blue Water Area

Residents of Port Huron, Marysville, Fort Gratiot, St. Clair, Marine City, and throughout St. Clair County deserve access to specialized foot and ankle care without making the full trip to Detroit. Balance Foot & Ankle serves patients from the Blue Water Area at our Bloomfield Township office — accessible via I-94 for patients willing to make the drive for specialist-level podiatric expertise. For complex conditions including bunion surgery, ankle reconstruction, and chronic foot problems that haven’t responded to local care, our expertise is worth the trip.

About Port Huron and St. Clair County

Port Huron is the county seat of St. Clair County, situated at the convergence of Lake Huron and the St. Clair River — one of Michigan’s most scenic waterfront locations. The Blue Water Area is known for its maritime heritage, international bridge connecting the United States and Canada, and active recreational community that takes full advantage of the waterfront. St. Clair County’s approximately 160,000 residents include a substantial marine industry workforce, agricultural communities in the northern county, and growing suburban populations in southern townships.

Conditions We Treat for Blue Water Area Patients

Port Huron and St. Clair County patients most frequently contact us for:

• Bunion correction — including minimally invasive and Lapiplasty 3D techniques for patients who want modern surgical options
• Plantar fasciitis — comprehensive evaluation and evidence-based treatment including shockwave therapy
• Ankle instability and reconstruction — Broström procedure for recurrent ankle sprains
• Diabetic foot care — particularly for patients with complicated wounds or neuropathy-related concerns
• Achilles tendon problems — both chronic tendinopathy and acute rupture evaluation
• Custom orthotics — fabricated for work boots, athletic shoes, and dress footwear
• Second opinions before surgery — for patients who want to explore options before committing to a procedure

Marine Industry and Occupational Foot Health

St. Clair County’s maritime economy — including boat building, marine services, and the commercial vessel traffic of the St. Clair River — employs workers who face distinctive occupational foot hazards. Slipping on wet decks, heavy equipment operation in steel-toed boots, and prolonged standing on uneven surfaces contribute to ankle injuries, plantar fasciitis, and occupational skin conditions of the feet. We provide workers’ compensation-compatible evaluations and documentation for work-related foot injuries.

Waterfront Recreation and Sports Injuries

Blue Water Area residents are avid boaters, beach-goers, and waterfront recreationalists. Summer water sports, beach volleyball on sandy shores, and recreational running along the St. Clair River create a specific foot injury profile. We treat ankle sprains from uneven terrain, stress fractures from increased summer activity, blisters and skin conditions from wet environments, and injuries from boat deck falls and water sports accidents.

Agricultural Communities in Northern St. Clair County

Northern St. Clair County’s agricultural communities — with their row crop farming, fruit orchards, and rural lifestyles — generate farm-related foot injuries including equipment accidents, penetrating wounds, and overuse conditions from extended outdoor labor in work boots. Agricultural workers benefit from protective footwear recommendations, prompt wound care evaluation, and coordination with primary care for complex agricultural injuries.

How to Reach Balance Foot & Ankle from Port Huron

Our Bloomfield Township office is accessible from Port Huron via I-94 West — approximately 50–60 minutes depending on traffic. For complex cases that warrant specialist evaluation, our team is worth the trip. Call (810) 206-1402 or book online at michiganfootdoctors.com. We also accept referrals from Blue Water Area primary care physicians and urgent care providers.

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Balance Foot & Ankle — Howell & Bloomfield Township, MI

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Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM

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Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM

Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM is a double board-certified podiatrist and foot & ankle surgeon 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 reached over one million views.