Tennis Influencer Rachel Stuhlmann Had A Severe Neck Injury And Left Her Fans In Shock
Following her involvement in an automobile accident, Rachel Stuhlmann just had surgery.
The influencer used social media to talk about her post-procedure recuperation.
The 32-year-old Rachel sent a warning to her followers not to expect her “usual post”.
She shared a photo of herself wearing a neck brace while describing the incident.
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Disclosing her injuries to her neck in writing:
“Brace yourself.. not my usual post but wanted to share a life update- not too long ago I was in a car wreck.
“I underwent anterior cervical disc replacement surgery to remove the C5-C6 disc in my neck and replace it with an artificial disc.
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“I’m extremely thankful to my surgeon @drkimspinemd and the entire New York City @hspecialsurgery staff for taking the best care of me and making this process as successful as possible.”
Rachel played collegiate tennis for the University of Missouri before she became an influencer.
In order to go back to full condition, she now intends to use the lessons she learned while competing on the court.
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Rachel added: “As I begin the healing process and physical therapy journey, I’m feeling encouraged, determined, and eager to lean into some qualities that I haven’t tapped into since my competitive playing career 10 years ago.
“Thanking God for a successful surgery and a huge thank you to my amazing family and friends, and everyone who reached out and kept my spirits up.
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Many quickly left encouraging comments for Rachel, who has 316,000 Instagram followers.
One wrote: “So sorry this all happened to you but one more thing to make you stronger!”
“Sending prayers and love Rachel,” was the desire of another.
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“Wishing you a speedy recovery!” said someone else.
The former professional and analyst Prakash Amritraj of Tennis Channel then said, “Heal soon, rach!!!”
Rachel Stuhlmann was in Cancun last month for the WTA Finals, prior to her injury.
She also reenacted one of the well-known Ana Ivanovic pictures.
