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Ankle Instability Treatment in Glen Iris

Expert podiatry and physiotherapy for chronic ankle instability — available in-clinic and in your home across Glen Iris and surrounds.

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Ankle Keeps Giving Way? We Can Fix That.

Chronic ankle instability is a condition where the ankle repeatedly gives way — particularly on uneven surfaces — often as a result of one or more previous ankle sprains that weren’t fully rehabilitated. It can significantly affect your confidence, activity levels, and quality of life.

At GRIT Physio & Podiatry in Glen Iris, our podiatrists and physiotherapists work together to address all aspects of ankle instability — from ligament rehabilitation and proprioception training to orthotic support and footwear advice.

Common Conditions We Treat

  • Chronic lateral ankle instability
  • Recurrent ankle sprains
  • Ankle instability from ligament laxity
  • Peroneal muscle weakness
  • Poor proprioception after ankle sprain
  • Ankle instability in sports (football, netball, basketball)
  • Ankle instability from hypermobility
  • Post-surgical ankle instability
  • Ankle instability in NDIS participants
  • Ankle instability from flat feet or high arches

Our Treatment Approach

Every patient is different. We start with a thorough assessment to understand exactly what’s causing your pain — then build a personalised treatment plan around your goals, lifestyle, and timeline.

  • Neuromuscular Retraining: Balance and proprioception exercises to retrain the ankle's dynamic stability system.
  • Strength Rehabilitation: Progressive peroneal and calf strengthening to support the ankle ligaments.
  • Manual Therapy: Joint mobilisation to restore normal ankle mechanics and range of motion.
  • Taping & Bracing: Ankle taping or bracing to provide support during the rehabilitation process.

In-Clinic & In-Home Available

We offer ankle instability treatment both at our Glen Iris clinic and in the comfort of your own home — ideal for patients who find uneven surfaces or travel difficult.

✔ NDIS Participants Welcome
We work with self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants. Contact us to discuss your funding options.

📞 Call us: 9999 7271

Frequently Asked Questions

Chronic ankle instability is a condition characterized by recurrent ankle sprains, persistent pain, swelling, and a feeling of the ankle giving way. It often develops after an initial ankle sprain that hasn’t fully healed or been properly rehabilitated.
CAI typically results from damage to the ankle ligaments and mechanoreceptors after an ankle sprain, leading to impaired proprioception (the body’s sense of joint position) and muscle weakness around the ankle. This can make the ankle less stable and prone to re-injury.
Diagnosis involves a thorough clinical examination, including assessing range of motion, strength, and ligamentous laxity. Special tests like the anterior drawer and talar tilt tests, along with imaging such as MRI, can help confirm the diagnosis and rule out associated injuries.
Yes, custom orthotics can be highly effective in managing ankle instability, especially when structural foot biomechanics contribute to the problem. They help optimize foot posture, improve load distribution, and provide enhanced support to reduce the risk of future sprains.
Exercise is fundamental to treating ankle instability. Our programs focus on neuromuscular retraining, balance, proprioception, and strengthening the muscles around the ankle to restore dynamic stability and prevent recurrence. This includes progressive loading and sport-specific drills.
Surgery is typically considered when conservative treatments, such as physiotherapy, bracing, and orthotics, have failed to provide adequate stability and symptom relief. Surgical options aim to repair or reconstruct damaged ligaments to restore mechanical stability to the ankle joint.

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