Balance Foot and Ankle Specialist offers expert treatment for ankle sprains, helping reduce pain and restore strength for a faster, safer recovery.
You are in the right place. Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS — board-certified foot & ankle surgeon with 3,000+ surgeries — explains exactly what walking on a sprained ankle means and what actually works. Call (810) 206-1402 for a same-day appointment at our Howell or Bloomfield Township office. Quick answer: Walk On A Sprained Ankle … Read more
Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM Board-certified podiatric surgeon | Balance Foot & AnkleLast reviewed: May 2026 A small amount of weight-bearing speeds healing for grade 1 sprains — here is when to walk and when to rest. You are in the right place. Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS — board-certified foot & ankle … Read more
How to tell if your foot or ankle injury is serious — a podiatrist explains the red flags that mean you need X-rays now vs. what you can monitor at home.
Broken ankle recovery takes 6–12 weeks depending on fracture type and whether surgery was needed. A podiatrist explains each phase of healing and
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 Quick answer: High Ankle Sprain Recovery affects roughly 1 in 4 adults in our practice. Effective treatment starts with a targeted diagnosis, conservative-first treatment, and escalation only when … Read more