Balance Foot & Ankle Specialist in Michigan treats Achilles tendon pain and injuries with expert diagnostics, therapy, and advanced treatment options.
Quick answer: The best shoes for Achilles tendonitis have a supportive heel with a slight heel-to-toe drop (about 8–12 mm), firm heel cushioning, and a stable midsole that limits strain on the tendon — Brooks, ASICS, and Hoka stability models work well. Avoid zero-drop or minimalist shoes while the tendon is painful; a heel lift … Read more
Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM Board-certified podiatric surgeon | Balance Foot & AnkleLast reviewed: May 2026 Pain right where the Achilles meets the heel bone needs specific eccentric drops — here are the moves we prescribe. You are in the right place. Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS — board-certified foot & ankle surgeon … Read more
Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM Board-certified podiatric surgeon | Balance Foot & AnkleLast reviewed: May 2026 MICHIGAN PODIATRIST INSIGHT The most important clinical decision with Achilles Tendinitis Surgery isn't which treatment to start with — it's which subtype or underlying cause you actually have. Our podiatrists regularly see patients who've been treated for … Read more