Abstract: A system and method for supporting a user's head in an upright position. A strap is provided that has a first end, a second end, a first attachment section proximate the first end, a second attachment section proximate the second end, and a center section. The center section of the strap is anchored to the head of the user. Tension is applied to the strap in order to lift the user's head and hold the user's head in an upright orientation. The tension in the strap is maintained by anchoring the strap to the user's torso. The strap can have elastic characteristics that enable the strap to stretch. As such, the strap can provide resistance to neck movements without preventing those neck movements. This enables muscle groups in the neck to be exercised and provide the possibility of rehabilitation.

Abstract: A ribbon capable of being connected to a ballet shoe and wrapped around the ankle of a person wearing the ballet shoe to secure the ballet shoe to the person, wherein the ribbon is made of a material that can expand and contract, and wherein the ribbon is capable of remaining snug against the ankle as the person moves their ankle with respect to their toes.