Jewel healing; Dancing with the Stars to continue with her

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By April MacIntyre Feb 27, 2009, 16:01 GMT

'Dancing with the Stars" first injury of the season goes to singer songwriter Jewel - who hurt her knees. Healing her knees - Jewel - 35th Annual People's Choice Awards - Arrivals - The Shrine Auditorium - Los Angeles, CA. USA © Albert L. Ortega / PR Photos

Healing her knees - Jewel - 35th Annual People's Choice Awards - Arrivals - The Shrine Auditorium - Los Angeles, CA. USA © Albert L. Ortega / PR PhotosThe popular dancing reality competition features a motley crew of assorted celebrities, from mogul Steve Wozniak to recovering addict Steve-O.Jewel tells her fans via her blog that this knee injury won't keep her from competing.The blonde snger, who recently served as a judge on John Rich's "Nashville Star", show, says she injured her knees while rehearsing for "Dancing With the Stars" but plans to return to the dance floor as soon as she heals.Jewel was sidelined for the ABC series' upcoming season due to tendinitis in both knees, and that her physical therapist said she'd be "good to go by next week" if she takes time to recover. In a statement issued by ABC on Thursday, Jewel says she's "dedicated to getting better and showing the judges and America that I can cha cha cha with the best of them. Don't count me out as I am in this for the long run."Jewel will compete against her husband, rodeo star Ty Murray, on the new season that begins March 9.Monsters and Critics is pulling for David Alan Grier.