Ankle strengthening exercises mainly includes the Invertors, Evertors, Planter and dorsi flexors of the foot. The ankle is spanned with muscle tendons and joint capsule in addition to the ligament complexes on both the sides.
It is essential in cases of chronic (>6 weeks) ankle instability that the patient does exercises for a prolonged period. Balancing/Proprioceptive exercises form the second phase of rehabilitation after adequate strength is achieved. Chronic instability may also lead to arthritic changes at a young age. It is thus imperative to take these injuries seriously and taking essential precautions after the injury.