. >> that's why dr. geier is helping to lead a campaign called "stop sports injuries." it's aimed at protecting young athletes from overuse injuries. >> my elbow really aches, but i've got to keep practicing. >> no, you don't -- and you shouldn't. instead of playing through the pain, pay attention to what your body is telling you. >> i would look for pain or discomfort that is taking longer and longer to go away with rest. if it's lingering for two or three days or longer, i would start to be concerned that you have a problem that, potentially, is building up. that's something to let parents and coaches know and potentially see a doctor. >> overuse injuries can happen in any sport. in fact, they can happen in activities that aren't sports. >> i will keep dancing on point, even if it hurts. >> the "point" being made in this p.s.a. is that pain should not be ignored. >> you're not going to disappoint your parents and coaches. you'll actually help them, because if they know there's a problem, potentially, you can look into it and address it before it becomes a bigger probl