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Podiatrist-Recommended Products — Trusted by 5,000+ Patients/Year

Our board-certified podiatrists personally test and recommend every product on this page. Whether you’re managing plantar fasciitis, recovering from surgery, or simply want better shoes, these are the products we trust for our own patients and families. All products are fulfilled by Amazon with free Prime shipping.


Shop By Your Condition

Find the right products for your specific foot problem — organized the way patients actually think.

🦶 Plantar Fasciitis & Heel Pain

Best Shoes → Orthotics → Night Splints →

“I recommend starting with a good shoe and orthotic combo before considering any medical treatment.” — Dr. Tom Biernacki

🦶 Bunion & Big Toe Pain

Wide Toe Box Shoes → Orthotics →

“The right shoe can slow bunion progression and reduce pain significantly.” — Dr. Gutkin

🦶 Toenail Fungus & Nail Problems

Fungus Treatment Kit → Foot Care Products →

“Start with over-the-counter treatment. If it persists after 3 months, book an appointment.” — Dr. Jay

🦶 Neuropathy & Diabetic Foot Care

Neuropathy Shoes → Diabetic Shoes (Medicare) → Supplements → Compression Socks →

🦶 Ankle Pain & Sports Injuries

Ankle Braces → Recovery Tools → Walking Boots →

🦶 Ball of Foot & Morton’s Neuroma

Metatarsalgia Shoes → Morton’s Neuroma Shoes → Orthotics →

🦶 Dry Skin, Calluses & Foot Care

Foot Creams → Skin Care Products →

🦶 Everyday Comfort & General Foot Health

Best Walking Shoes → Women’s Slippers → Men’s Slippers → Best Sandals →


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👟 Shoes

🦵 Support & Orthotics

🧴 Treatment & Care

🩹 Recovery & Rehab

🌡️ New: Lifestyle Health


Dr. Tom’s Top Picks This Season

Our most-recommended products for spring 2026 — personally selected by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM.

⭐ Toenail Fungus Treatment Kit

Our #1 best seller with a 4% bounce rate — patients who find this page stay and act. The complete at-home fungus treatment system.

★★★★★  |  Most Popular

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⭐ Women’s Walking Shoes

Condition-specific shoe guides covering plantar fasciitis, bunions, diabetic feet, and more. Our most-visited product category.

★★★★★  |  Top Rated

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⭐ Podiatrist-Recommended Orthotics

From drug-store options to custom-grade support — find the right arch support for your specific foot type and condition.

★★★★★  |  Doctor’s Choice

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⭐ Foot Massager (Spring Pick)

Perfect for plantar fasciitis recovery and tired feet after long days standing. Dr. Tom’s spring 2026 recommendation.

★★★★★  |  Seasonal Pick

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Dr. Tom’s Foundation Wellness Partner Products

These are the brands we use in our clinic and recommend to patients daily. Each product has been personally tested by our podiatrists on thousands of patients.

PowerStep Orthotics — Our #1 OTC Insole

The OTC orthotic I recommend most in our clinic. Medical-grade arch support at a fraction of custom orthotic cost. Available in three models:

  • Pinnacle — Best all-around for plantar fasciitis, heel pain, and everyday support
  • Maxx — Maximum stability for severe flat feet and overpronation
  • Pulse — Performance model for running and athletics

See All PowerStep Models →

Doctor Hoy’s Natural Pain Relief Gel

Natural topical pain relief I use in our clinic. Arnica + camphor formula — apply directly to the painful area 3-4x daily. Effective for plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, bunion pain, and post-surgical soreness.

Shop Pain Relief →

CURREX Performance Insoles

The insole I put in my own running shoes. Dynamic flex zones adapt to your gait in real time. Available in RunPro, HikePro, and WorkPro models for sport-specific support.

See CURREX Models →

DASS Medical Compression Socks

Graduated medical compression socks for patients needing daily compression support. Available in 15-20mmHg and 20-30mmHg for post-surgical recovery, swelling management, and diabetic circulation.

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Foot Petals — Women’s Shoe Cushions

Designed specifically for women’s shoes where a full insole won’t fit. Discreet ball-of-foot cushioning with Tip Toes and heel grip with Heavenly Heelz.

Shop Women’s Inserts →

FLAT SOCKS — No-Sock Shoe Inserts

The barefoot feel without the sweat. Slides into any shoe as a no-sock alternative. Antimicrobial + moisture-wicking for patients who prefer going sockless but need foot hygiene.

Shop FLAT SOCKS →

Products Only Help So Much

If you’ve tried these recommendations and your pain persists, it’s time to see a podiatrist. Our board-certified foot doctors are accepting new patients at both Michigan locations.

Book an Appointment → (810) 206-1402

🧦 Dr. Tom’s Pick: DASS Medical Compression Socks

Medical-grade 15-20 mmHg graduated compression. DASS socks are the brand I recommend most to patients with swollen feet, poor circulation, and post-surgery recovery. Graduated compression means tightest at the ankle, gradually releasing up the leg — promoting upward venous blood flow.

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Serving Patients Across Southeast Michigan

Balance Foot & Ankle provides expert podiatric care from two convenient locations. Our Howell office serves patients from Brighton, Hartland, Fowlerville, Pinckney, Fenton, Hamburg, Whitmore Lake, South Lyon, and throughout Livingston County. Our Bloomfield Hills office serves Birmingham, Troy, West Bloomfield, Pontiac, Farmington Hills, Southfield, Royal Oak, Clarkston, Lake Orion, Rochester Hills, Waterford, Commerce Township, Novi, and Walled Lake across Oakland County.

Balance Foot & Ankle surgeons are affiliated with Trinity Health Michigan, Corewell Health, and Henry Ford Health — three of Michigan’s largest health systems.