Dear dancer 17 and below:

You have to start taking care of your bodies. I’m seeing an influx of injuries this year. And dancers that aren’t taking them seriously. If you plan on having a long dance career, you must go to the doctor, do physical therapy, take breaks, and wear your necessary garments (brace, cast, etc). Your body is still growing. It is important to follow doctors' orders at a young age. You only get one body, so treat it with care.