A 18-year-old female asked:
how can i strengthen my muscle after a broken malleolus and torn peraunous to go back to playing soccer 5 months after surgery?
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Dr. David Trettin answered
33 years experience Orthopedic Surgery
Theraband : Your doctor can refer u to a physical therapist who can instruct u on a home program to strengthen your ankle muscles w/ theraband( including your peroneal tendons ).The therapist can also help u with proprioceptive( balance) exercises and sport- specific drills. Best of luck!
Answered on Feb 23, 2014
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