Unfortunate Leisure: Amy Schumer Undergoes Spinal Surgery

After a Surfing Injury

American actress and comedian Amy Schumer has revealed that she was forced to undergo surgery due to serious back problems. The 44-year-old star of I Feel Pretty and Trainwreck underwent a complex spinal operation following an injury sustained while surfing.

The actress shared the news on social media, posting a photo of herself leaning on a walker. The snapshot was taken at her home after the successful surgery.

Unfortunate Leisure: Amy Schumer Undergoes Spinal Surgery

«Ever since the surfing injury, my lower back has been giving me trouble. Today, I had a laminectomy! The recovery will be short, and once I’m feeling better, I’m buying myself a bra!» the actress captioned the image with her trademark humor.

Schumer explained that during the procedure, surgeons removed a portion of vertebral bone to relieve pressure on the nerves.