Helen A. Banwell

Oct 4, 2023 | rte.ie | Kristin Graham |Helen A. Banwell |Saravana Kumar

Analysis: there's no definitive evidence to show ill-fitting ballet flats are harmful to foot health, but they can be a problemBy Kristin Graham, Helen Banwell and Saravana Kumar, University of South AustraliaBallet flat shoes – those thin-heeled lightweight slip-on shoes – are making a fashion comeback. And it's not hard to see why: they're versatile, easy to wear, soft, flexible and often worn by celebrities.

Aug 22, 2023 | medicalxpress.com | Kristin Graham |Helen A. Banwell |Saravana Kumar

Ballet flat shoes—those thin-heeled lightweight slip-on shoes—are making a fashion comeback. And it's not hard to see why: they're versatile, easy to wear, soft, flexible and often worn by celebrities. We have often been warned of the dangers of high-heeled shoes, so you might think ballet flats are problem-free. When you look at the research, however, a complicated picture emerges. There's no definitive evidence to show ballet flats are generally harmful to foot health in the long-term.

Aug 21, 2023 | au.news.yahoo.com | Saravana Kumar |Helen A. Banwell |Kristin Graham

Ballet flat shoes – those thin-heeled lightweight slip-on shoes – are making a fashion comeback. And it’s not hard to see why: they’re versatile, easy to wear, soft, flexible and often worn by celebrities. We have often been warned of the dangers of high-heeled shoes, so you might think ballet flats are problem-free. When you look at the research, however, a complicated picture emerges. There’s no definitive evidence to show ballet flats are generally harmful to foot health in the long-term.

May 22, 2023 | theepochtimes.com | Kristin Graham |Helen A. Banwell |Lewis A. Ingram |Ryan S Causby |Saravana Kumar

Ankle sprain is one of the most common musculoskeletal injuries, particularly in sports like netball, basketball, and football where jumping, landing on one foot, and sudden direction changes are part of the game. Ankle sprains can be painful, debilitating, and may result in ongoing ankle problems. In fact, people with a history of a previous ankle sprain are more likely to sprain an ankle again in the future. Prevention is key.

May 16, 2023 | knowridge.com | Kristin Graham |Helen A. Banwell |Lewis A. Ingram |Ryan S Causby

Ankle sprain is one of the most common musculoskeletal injuries, particularly in sports like netball, basketball and football where jumping, landing on one foot and sudden direction changes are part of the game. Ankle sprains can be painful, debilitating and may result in ongoing ankle problems. In fact, people with a history of a previous ankle sprain are more likely to sprain an ankle again in future. Prevention is key.