Lindsey Vonn has emotionally announced her discharge from the hospital after a serious leg injury during the Winter Olympics. Vonn was airlifted to the hospital following an ACL injury while competing in the downhill event in Italy earlier this month.
After undergoing multiple surgeries, Vonn was initially released from the hospital in Italy and returned to the United States for further treatment. In a heartfelt Instagram post, Vonn detailed her injuries, including compartment syndrome and a broken ankle, and praised her surgeon for preventing the amputation of her leg.
Describing her injuries in a video on Instagram, Vonn explained the complexity of her tibia and fibula fractures due to compartment syndrome. She expressed gratitude to Dr. Tom Hackett for saving her leg through a fasciotomy procedure.
Acknowledging the sequence of events, Vonn highlighted the significance of tearing her ACL, which led to the presence of Dr. Hackett to save her leg during the crash. She mentioned her extended hospital stay due to low hemoglobin levels post-surgeries but expressed relief after a successful blood transfusion.
Vonn disclosed her current immobility, being in a wheelchair due to a broken ankle, and projected a timeline for her recovery, anticipating the use of crutches in the future. She shared plans for thorough rehabilitation and potential additional surgery for complete recovery.
Expressing happiness about leaving the hospital, Vonn detailed her journey ahead, aiming for bone healing within a year and considering future surgeries to address her ACL. Despite the challenges, she remained optimistic about her recovery and thanked her supporters.
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