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    What causes chronic ankle instability?

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    Orthopaedic Surgeon

    Orthopaedic surgeon Prof Simon Platt, Coast Foot and Ankle specialises in foot and ankle treatment. Prof Platt works with people from all walks of life, … View Profile

    Chronic ankle instability is usually caused by an ankle sprain or injury. Ankle sprains are a very common and frequently occurring sporting injury. Most ankle sprains settle down and never cause any further problems. About 20-30% of ankle sprain injuries go on to cause problems. Usually this is a result of damaged ligaments that have not healed properly. Common causes of chronic ankle instability include:

    Repeated ankle sprains

    Isolated ankle sprain

    Vague significant injury to the ankle

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