Ballet flats have minimal cushioning and their lack of straps or laces can also contribute to shin splints, stress fractures, bunions and blisters. (Photo illustration: Victoria Ellis for Yahoo News; ...

Some common injuries from ballet include stress fractures, ingrown toenails, bunions, sprained ankles, and impingement syndrome. Treatment depends on the type of injury. The pointe technique is where ...

If there were any lingering doubts about the sheer strength and athleticism of dancers, they have surely been quashed thanks to the recent rash of bad-ass ballerinas on screen. From the graceful yet ...

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The images of graceful ballerinas are often used in popular culture, especially in movies. Thanks to these pictures, we’ve ...

Most people have suffered aches, pains and stiffness in their feet at some point. But, experts warn powering through that pain can cause even bigger issues. "We see a big spectrum of things here," ...

In her latest Poosh holiday gift guide, the "Kardashians" star revealed that while her footwear of choice is usually ballet flats, they were actually causing problems for her feet. But luckily husband ...

ROANOKE, Va. (WKRC) - A brave young athlete from Virginia has achieved the impossible after a brutal injury nearly cost her her feet. Aubrey Scaletta has been working hard for several months to regain ...

The must-have ballet sneaker of summer — the Puma Speedcat — is sold out in every color, but we managed to locate it at one retailer, and you can still grab it if you hurry. The Puma Speedcat Ballet ...