Tennis shoes are made especially for the game of tennis and differ from other shoes because they provide the extra lateral support that players need to protect them serious injury from as a result of all of the sideways starts and stops involved in the sport.
When buying tennis shoes, here are some tips for parents to keep in mind:
Lateral Support. Make sure there is a strong lateral support for your feet to reduce the risk of ankle sprains [1] or even more serious injuries such as ruptured Achilles tendons.
Arch Support. Make sure the shoe provides sufficient arch support; otherwise, you will be dealing with many foot issues as yoru child moves up the competitive ladder.
Links:
[1] https://mail.momsteam.com/node/284
[2] https://mail.momsteam.com/forums
[3] https://mail.momsteam.com/successful-parenting/guide-to-buying-athletic-shoes-for-children
[4] https://mail.momsteam.com/health-safety/muscles-joints-bones/ankle-foot/ankle-sprains-recognition-and-treatment
[5] https://mail.momsteam.com/health-safety/ankle-sprains-parents-role-in-treatment-recovery-and-return-to-play
[6] https://mail.momsteam.com/successful-parenting/replacingon-athletic-shoes-even-if-no-signs-excessive-wear
[7] https://mail.momsteam.com/health-safety/muscles-joints-bones/ankle-foot/weak-ankles-and-chronic-ankle-instability