Shelby Township Podiatrist | Foot Doctor Serving Washington Township & Macomb MI

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Expert Podiatry for Northern Macomb County

Shelby Township, Washington Township, and the city of Macomb represent some of Macomb County’s fastest-growing and most affluent communities — home to families, retirees, and professionals who demand excellent healthcare. Balance Foot & Ankle serves these communities with board-certified podiatric medicine and surgery, providing the same level of specialized foot and ankle care that metropolitan Detroit patients expect.

Our Bloomfield Township location is conveniently accessible from northern Macomb County, allowing residents to receive expert care without traveling to major hospital systems.

Comprehensive Foot and Ankle Services

We treat the full spectrum of foot and ankle conditions affecting northern Macomb County patients:

• Plantar fasciitis and heel pain — Conservative protocols with 90%+ success; shockwave therapy and minimally invasive surgery for refractory cases
• Bunion correction — Multiple surgical techniques including lapiplasty 3D correction for appropriate candidates
• Hammertoes — Office and surgical correction of painful bent toe deformities
• Diabetic foot care — Annual exams, wound care, custom therapeutic footwear
• Ingrown toenails — Same-day treatment and permanent correction procedures
• Sports injuries — Ankle sprains, stress fractures, tendon disorders for Shelby Township’s active population
• Custom orthotics — Digital scanning and precision fabrication
• Flat feet and arch problems — Biomechanical evaluation and comprehensive management
• Ankle instability — Rehabilitation and surgical reconstruction
• Toenail conditions — Fungal nail treatment including laser therapy

Sports Podiatry for Active Shelby Township Residents

Shelby Township, Washington Township, and Macomb have thriving athletic communities — from competitive youth sports at local high schools to adult recreational leagues and avid runners who use the many trails throughout Macomb County’s parks system. Foot and ankle injuries are common at all competition levels, and proper treatment makes the difference between a quick return to activity and a season-ending setback.

We approach sports injuries with a return-to-activity focus: accurate diagnosis, targeted treatment, and progressive return to sport as quickly as safely possible. For youth athletes, we have specific experience with growth plate conditions (Sever’s disease heel pain is common in adolescent athletes) and age-appropriate treatment protocols.

Custom Orthotics: Precision Care for Active Feet

Many northern Macomb County residents seek custom orthotics for a range of conditions: plantar fasciitis, flat feet, metatarsalgia, shin splints, and general foot fatigue from physically demanding work or athletic pursuits. We use advanced digital 3D foot scanning for precise orthotic fabrication — creating devices that address your specific biomechanical pattern rather than a generic foot shape.

We prescribe orthotics only when clinically indicated and explain our reasoning clearly. Custom orthotics are a significant investment, and you deserve to understand exactly what they’re doing for your feet and why they’re preferable to off-the-shelf alternatives in your case.

Diabetic Foot Care in Macomb County

Macomb County has significant rates of Type 2 diabetes — a condition that silently damages the nerves and blood vessels that protect feet from injury. Medicare and most major insurance plans cover annual comprehensive podiatric foot exams for diabetic patients. These exams check protective sensation, vascular health, skin integrity, and footwear — identifying problems before they become wounds, and wounds before they become amputations.

If you have diabetes and haven’t had a podiatric foot exam in the past year, now is the time to schedule one.

Getting Here from Shelby Township, Washington Township, and Macomb

Our Bloomfield Township location is accessible from northern Macomb County via M-59 (Hall Road) west to I-75 south, connecting to Oakland County roads. From Washington Township and Macomb, M-53 south connects to M-59 for access. Typical drive times are 30–45 minutes.

We offer early morning appointments beginning at 7 or 8 AM for patients who need to be seen before work or school. Online booking is available 24/7 for routine appointments.

Insurance Accepted

We accept most major insurance plans including Blue Cross Blue Shield (including BCBS PPO and HMO plans), Priority Health, HAP, Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, Medicare Part B, and Medicaid. Our billing staff contacts your insurance before your first appointment to verify specific coverage for your planned services.

New Patients Welcome

Shelby Township, Washington Township, and Macomb residents: expert foot and ankle care is closer than you think. Balance Foot & Ankle welcomes new patients from all northern Macomb County communities. Book your appointment online or call our office today — most patients are seen within one week.

Foot or Ankle Pain? We Can Help.

Balance Foot & Ankle — Howell & Bloomfield Township, MI

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Max-cushion everyday shoe — podiatrist favorite for walking and running.

PowerStep Pinnacle Insole

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• The Pinnacle Full length insoles for men & women provide maximum cushioning, from high activity to moderate support. The PowerStep arch support shape provides stability to the foot and ankle, helping to relieve foot pain.
• When you spend all day on your feet, every step counts. PowerStep insoles are a podiatrist-recommended orthotic to help relieve & prevent foot pain related to athletes, runners, Plantar Fasciitis, heel spurs & other common foot, ankle & knee injuries
• The Pinnacle plantar fasciitis insoles offer superior heel cushioning and arch support. The dual-layer cushioning is designed to reduce stress and fatigue, while PowerStep premium arch support is designed for plantar fasciitis relief.
• The PowerStep Pinnacle arch support inserts for men & women can be worn in a variety of shoe types such as; athletic, walking, running, work & some casual shoes. Orthotic Inserts are ordered by shoe size, no trimming required.
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The podiatrist-recommended over-the-counter orthotic.

OOFOS Recovery Slide

OOFOS OOahh Recovery Slide, Black – Women’s Size 14, Men’s Size 12

• The Original Recovery Footwear.
• Finding Your Size – For your perfect fit, consult the “size chart” link above. Wear a half size? In general, we recommend that women who wear a ½ size size UP, and men who wear a ½ size size DOWN
• OOahh – An evolution of the OOriginal, the OOahh slide features our proven foundation of OOfoam technology + patented footbed design with a slide-style strap that has become a best-seller in the OOFOS line
• OOfoam Technology – Our revolutionary OOfoam technology absorbs 37% more impact than traditional footwear foams to reduce the stress on your feet, joints & back. Plus, the closed-cell foam is machine washable and designed to minimize odor
• Patented Footbed – Our patented footbed cradles and supports arches to reduce energy exertion in the ankles by up to 47% compared to competitors’ footwear. So walking is easier. Recovery is faster. And yOO feel better

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Impact-absorbing recovery sandal — wear after long days on your feet.

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Reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS

Board-certified foot & ankle surgeon · 3,000+ surgeries · @MichiganFootDoctors (950K+ subscribers)

Last reviewed May 11, 2026 · (810) 206-1402

When to See a Podiatrist

If foot or ankle pain has been bothering you for more than a few weeks, home care alone may not be enough. Balance Foot & Ankle offers online booking 24/7 at our Howell and Bloomfield Township clinics — no referral needed in most cases. Bring your current shoes and a short list of symptoms and we’ll build you a treatment plan in one visit.

Call Balance Foot & Ankle: (810) 206-1402  ·  Book online  ·  Offices in Howell & Bloomfield Township

Visit Balance Foot & Ankle — Online Booking 24/7

Our podiatry team serves patients throughout Michigan including Howell, Brighton, and Bloomfield Township. If you’re dealing with heel pain, ingrown toenails, or a foot injury, you can book online 24/7.

Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM

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.