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Sports Injury Treatment Howell 2026 | Balance Foot & Ankle

★ 4.9 Stars · 1,123+ Reviews · Balance Foot & Ankle Michigan

Sports Foot Ankle Injury Treatment

Board-certified podiatrists in Howell & Bloomfield Hills, MI. 4.9★ rated · Same-week appointments · Most insurance accepted · (810) 206-1402.

Sports Foot & Ankle Injury Treatment

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Frequently Asked Questions

What sports foot injuries does Balance Foot & Ankle treat in Michigan?

We treat ankle sprains, stress fractures, Achilles tendonitis, plantar fasciitis in athletes, turf toe, sesamoiditis, and peroneal tendon injuries. We serve athletes from recreational to competitive levels.

How quickly can I return to sports after a foot injury?

Simple ankle sprains may allow return in 1-3 weeks. Stress fractures typically require 6-8 weeks. Achilles injuries take 3-6 months. We use criteria-based return-to-sport protocols to minimize re-injury risk.

Does Balance Foot & Ankle work with high school and college athletes?

Yes — we provide prompt, evidence-based treatment for athletes throughout Michigan. Same-week appointments are usually available for acute sports injuries, and we coordinate with coaches and trainers when appropriate.

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Same-week appointments available at both locations.

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Insurance Accepted

BCBS · Medicare · Aetna · Cigna · United Healthcare · HAP · Priority Health · Humana · View All →

Who treats you

Board-certified care at both Michigan locations

Dr. Tom BiernackiDPM, FACFAS
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Dr. Carl JayDPM, Fellowship
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Dr. Daria GutkinDPM
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Most insurance accepted · On-site X-ray · Board-certified podiatrists

Howell · (810) 206-1402 Bloomfield · (248) 335-0322

Sports Foot & Ankle Injury Treatment Michigan

Dr. Biernacki provides comprehensive sports medicine podiatry for Michigan athletes — rapid diagnosis, same-week injury appointments, and return-to-sport protocols tailored to your specific activity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How quickly can an injured Michigan athlete be seen?

Same-week appointments are available for sports foot and ankle injuries at both our Howell and Bloomfield Hills offices. For acute injuries (suspected fracture, complete inability to bear weight), we accommodate same-day urgent visits. Call (810) 206-1402 as early as possible for fastest scheduling.

What makes Balance Foot & Ankle ideal for Michigan athletes?

Our team understands athletic demands — we design treatment to return you to sport as quickly and safely as possible. We offer in-office digital X-rays, diagnostic ultrasound, EPAT shockwave (rapid Achilles/plantar fasciitis healing), custom athletic orthotics, and close coordination with physical therapists and athletic trainers.

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Dr. Tom on sports foot & ankle injury treatment — sprains, fractures, tendonitis, return-to-play protocols.

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Athletic Injury Recovery Kit

Rapid diagnosis + right equipment = fastest return-to-play. Dr. Tom’s kit:

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Lace-Up Ankle Brace →

Post-sprain stability during return-to-sport.

PowerStep Insoles →

Sport-ready shock absorption + support.

FlexiKold Ice Pack →

Post-game inflammation control.

Doctor Hoy’s Pain Gel →

Topical muscle/tendon relief.

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