Whether you’re a weekend warrior or a competitive athlete, a sports injury can keep you from the activities you enjoy. At Lake Sammamish Foot & Ankle, we treat foot and ankle injuries in patients of all ages, from young athletes to active adults.
Dr. Richardson combines modern technology with more than 20 years of podiatric experience. She assesses each patient’s foot structure, symptoms, and activity needs to develop an individual treatment plan and discuss ways to reduce the risk of future injury.
Dr. Richardson has firsthand experience with injuries, surgery, and recovery. These experiences give her a personal understanding of the physical and emotional effects an injury can have on everyday life.
Why children and adults may need different care
Children’s bones are still developing, so growth-related conditions such as Sever’s disease require age-appropriate evaluation. Adults may experience tendon problems and overuse injuries. Treatment is tailored to the patient’s age, condition, and activity goals.
Contact the clinic to request an evaluation of persistent foot or ankle pain.
Common sports injuries we treat
For children and teen athletes
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Growth plate fractures (common in pivoting sports)
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Sever’s disease heel pain
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Ankle sprains
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Stress fractures
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Overuse injuries
For adults
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Plantar fasciitis (heel pain)
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Tendonitis or tendinosis of the foot and ankle
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Stress fractures
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Overuse injuries
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Fractures of the foot and ankle
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Ankle sprains
Sports injury symptoms to watch for
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Persistent pain during or after activity
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Swelling or redness around joints
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Difficulty bearing weight on the affected foot or ankle
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Numbness or tingling in the feet
Your activity goals. Your individual care plan.
This information is educational and is not a diagnosis or a substitute for individual medical advice. Dr. Richardson will evaluate your symptoms and discuss care appropriate for you.
Meet Dr. Amy Richardson