Shirley Ballas, the Strictly Come Dancing judge, has provided an update on her health following a recent hospital visit after a fall at home. The 65-year-old BBC star hit her head on a glass dressing table during the incident, which required a brain scan. She expressed relief that she did not suffer a fractured skull and thanked fans for their concern.
In an Instagram story, Ballas revealed that she was on her way to a physiotherapy appointment, stating that 'the spine, the back, the lower back, the knee, the ankle, everything hurts'. She added that she would be resting at home afterwards, as advised by her doctor.
The dancer also shared a cautionary tale, explaining that her fall occurred when she slipped off a stool with a cushion. She demonstrated the sequence of events to her followers, warning them to be careful. Following her osteopath appointment, she was told to rest for three days and expects to feel 'as right as rain' within 72 hours.
Ballas concluded by expressing gratitude to medical staff and friends for their support, noting that she feels 'much better today' and needs to rest, something she admitted she often neglects due to her busy schedule.
