IN GOOD NICK
Nick Knowles seen without arm sling for the first time as he trains with Luba ahead of Strictly return after injury
Watch Nick in action above after he returned to rehearsals
NICK Knowles has been given the all clear to return to Strictly on Saturday night and has been dancing without his arm sling in rehearsals.
The DIY SOS star suffered a nasty shoulder injury on Sunday while changing a tyre on his car.
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He missed out on hours of Strictly rehearsals for week 2 as he underwent tests and his future on the show was hanging by a thread.
But The Sun today revealed he has been given the green light to return to the BBC dance competition.
In a behind-the-scenes glimpse from his rehearsal today on Strictly spin off It Takes Two, Nick could be seen hoisting his pro partner Luba Mushtuk into the air.
The TV star, 62, also glided around the rehearsal room with Luba and looked in good spirits.
He revealed the Strictly pro has adapted their dance to make sure all goes well on Saturday night.
Nick told the cameras: "Luba has been extraordinary.
"From the moment she knew I was injured she has been looking at alternative ways. She must have rebuilt this dance ten times."
Luba added: "He is looking incredibly well in hold. He has potential in ballroom!"
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The presenter hurt his arm and shoulder while changing a car tyre the morning after the first live show.
Nick spent Tuesday meeting with doctors and discussing the extent of his injury.
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A source said: “Nick is elated that he is being given another chance at getting back on the dancefloor and is focused on his recovery.
“Nick is in the best hands and will be focussed on getting better before going back into rehearsals.
“He has absolutely loved the Strictly experience so far so knowing he is still part of the show makes him feel incredibly happy.”
The Sun told how Nick had been forced to have an emergency MRI scan on his arm after injuring himself while changing a tyre.
The dad-of-two was being supported by his fiancée Katie Dadzie who has been by his side during meetings with doctors.
Nick and Luba are due to perform an American Smooth to Blur's Parklife on Saturday.
Strictly spin off show It Takes Two confirmed they're return.
Janette Manrara said: "Earlier this week Nick Knowles revealed he was injured while changing his car tyre and wasn't sure if he was going to be able to dance on Saturday.
"We have an updated, that Nick has been back training with Luba and will be dancing the American Smooth this weekend.
"Great news, we can't wait to see it. But next time, don't change your tyre yourself Nick. Get someone to help you!"
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He also appeared with Luba on Instagram on Thursday night and confirmed he'll be back, telling fans: "So just an update because look how excited my dance partner is.
"It's because YES we have been clearance on Saturday."
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