Ankle Instability

Treatment options for Ankle instability are going to initially involve conservative treatment - Ice - NSAID's - Physical therapy - Braces - Taping - Surgery is the last resort and is never indicated unless individuals can not perform normal daily activities - Competitive athletes must fail to perform activities while either taped, braced or both
Lace-up brace - most stable	Stirrup device - less stable More comfortable	Elastic type sleeve - least stable Comfortable
Surgical options should only be considered when conservative options have failed Ankle instability may only be one component of the problem