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What can i do if i have been diagnosed with chronic ankle instability?
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Couple of things: A brace can be made or surgery can be performed.
Answered 7/27/2012
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Bracing: Is a conservative treatment. Strengthening peroneal muscles is a good idea. Finally, there is also the surgery option depending on how bad of a situation you have.
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