Medically Reviewed | Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM | Board-Certified Podiatric Surgeon | Balance Foot & Ankle, Michigan
Quick Answer:
Quick Answer: Balance Foot & Ankle serves Unadilla Township patients at our Howell office, approximately 12–15 miles east. Dr. Biernacki provides comprehensive podiatric care for this rural Livingston County community including heel pain, toenail problems, custom orthotics, sports injuries, and diabetic foot management. Most insurance accepted — same-week appointments available.
Foot & Ankle Care for Unadilla Township, Michigan
Unadilla Township is a rural community in the northwestern corner of Livingston County, and Balance Foot & Ankle’s Howell office is the closest expert podiatric practice for township residents — approximately 12–15 miles to the east via M-36. Dr. Tom Biernacki provides comprehensive foot and ankle care without requiring Unadilla Township patients to travel to Detroit-area health systems for subspecialty podiatric evaluation.
What We Treat for Unadilla Township Patients
Our western Livingston County patients most commonly come to us for plantar fasciitis and heel pain, ingrown toenail removal, fungal toenail treatment, bunion and hammertoe evaluation, ankle sprains and sports injuries, diabetic foot complications, and custom orthotic fabrication. On-site digital X-ray and diagnostic ultrasound allow most evaluation and treatment needs to be addressed in a single visit — reducing the number of trips required for patients making the drive from the western part of the county.
Getting to Our Howell Office from Unadilla Township
From Unadilla, most patients travel east on M-36 (Unadilla Road/Patterson Lake Road) through Hamburg Township to Howell — approximately 15–20 minutes under normal rural conditions. Our Howell office has convenient parking and consistently runs on schedule. We try to maximize what’s accomplished at each visit to minimize the number of appointments required.
Rural Michigan’s Agricultural and Outdoor Lifestyle
Unadilla Township’s agricultural character means many residents spend extended time outdoors — farming, hunting, hiking — with specific foot care needs that differ from suburban patients. Work boot-related calluses, puncture wounds, ankle injuries from uneven terrain, and the cumulative toll of outdoor physical labor are all common presentations. Dr. Biernacki provides practical, durable care matched to the demands of rural Livingston County life.
Dr. Tom's Product Recommendations
Irish Setter Work Boot with Metatarsal Guard
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Durable work boot with metatarsal protection and electrical hazard rating. Dr. Biernacki recommends for rural and agricultural workers who need foot protection on the job.
Dr. Tom says: “Dr. Biernacki told me my farm boots were contributing to my heel pain. Switched to a proper work boot with arch support and made a big difference.”
Agricultural work, outdoor labor, construction — metatarsal protection needed
Casual or athletic use — these are purpose-built work boots
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Dr. Scholl’s Work Heavy Duty Support Insole
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Reinforced insole designed for all-day work boot use with heavy labor demands. Reduces plantar fasciitis and heel pain from prolonged standing and walking on hard surfaces.
Dr. Tom says: “Put these in my work boots on Dr. Biernacki’s recommendation. My feet feel completely different after a full day on the farm.”
Work boots, all-day standing, agricultural and heavy labor environments
Athletic or dress shoes (different insole profile needed)
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✅ Pros / Benefits
- Closest expert podiatric practice to Unadilla Township — just 12–15 miles east
- Experience treating agricultural and outdoor work-related foot injuries
- Same-visit imaging and procedures for efficient care
- Most insurance plans accepted including Medicare
❌ Cons / Risks
- 15–20 minute drive from Unadilla Township to our Howell office
- No satellite clinic in western Livingston County at this time
Dr. Tom Biernacki’s Recommendation
Rural Michigan patients have different needs than suburban patients — they work harder on their feet, often in inadequate footwear, and they need solutions that hold up to a demanding lifestyle. I enjoy treating the agricultural community and providing practical, lasting care.
— Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM | Board-Certified Podiatric Surgeon | Balance Foot & Ankle
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Unadilla Township from your Howell office?
Approximately 12–15 miles east via M-36 — typically a 15–20 minute drive under normal rural road conditions.
Do you treat work-related foot injuries?
Yes — work-related injuries including crush injuries, puncture wounds, stress fractures from heavy labor, and calluses from work boots are all within our scope of care.
What insurance do you accept for Livingston County patients?
BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, Priority Health, Medicare, and several Medicaid managed care plans. Call to verify your specific plan.
Can you treat diabetic foot problems for Unadilla Township patients?
Yes — diabetic foot care including preventive monitoring, nail care, vascular assessment, and wound management is available at our Howell office for all Livingston County patients.
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Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM is a double board-certified podiatrist and foot & ankle surgeon 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 reached over one million views.
- Plantar Fasciitis: Diagnosis and Conservative Management (PubMed)
- Plantar Fasciitis (APMA)
- Diagnosis and Treatment of Plantar Fasciitis (PubMed / AAFP)
- Heel Pain (APMA)