Joanna Gaines Goes Under The Knife Over Severe Back Injury

American TV personality and interior designer Joanna Gaines disclosed that she had to undergo back surgery just ahead of the holidays. The reality TV star has had nagging back pain for years after being involved in a cheerleading accident in high school.

Gaines, while speaking on her surgery, also had kind words to share with her fans as she wished them well ahead of the holidays.

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The Magnolia Network personality disclosed that she went under the knife for back surgery as a result of a decades-old accident.

Gaines took to social media to share the update on her health with her fans. She could be seen on the hospital bed, covered in blankets, and flashing the peace sign in the Instagram shot she posted.

"I hurt my back in high school from cheerleading- basically a basket toss turned back injury and I've been dealing with it ever since," Gaines captioned the photo.

She continued by saying that she had her first microdiscectomy back in 2001 and had to cancel her second date with Chip Carter Gaines, who is now her husband and a fellow reality TV personality.

A microdiscectomy is a surgical procedure that helps with pain management on a herniated disc in the spine.

The HGTV star also disclosed that she had the same procedure on another disc a couple of weeks ago and joked about the fact that her back likes to act up at the most inconvenient time.

Gaines explained how her back issue made her anxious because it came at a bad moment, but despite that, she is still able to find the positive in her circumstances.

She mentioned that the impending surgery at the time had her concerned because it was the holiday and Christmas season. She did, however, thank the procedure for the "forced rest" it afforded her, calling it a "gift."

"But I'm truly grateful for the forced rest during the busiest time of the year," the reality star said as she gave fans a peek into her recuperation at home.

She further went on to add, "It has been a gift to simply stay put, stare at the wonder all around, and just be still."

Despite the inconvenience she's suffered due to the surgery, the Magnolia Story author also took time to wish her fans and followers well for the holidays.

"Wishing you and yours a beautiful Christmas week. It may not all go as planned, but may you find the beauty and embrace the wonder of the here and now," the message read in part.

Gaines is married to Chip, her costar on their reality TV show "Fixed Upper: The Castle." The pair celebrated their 19th anniversary in June.

They share five children: Drake, 17; Ella, 16; Duke, 14; Emmie, 12; and Crew, 4.

Several fans of the reality TV star took to social media to wish her well and to send their prayers.

A sympathetic fan wrote, "So sorry to hear this! Back injuries always seem to come back and haunt you, no time is a good time. Praying for a speedy recovery."

Another fan who shared a similar experience said, "Had a laminectomy Nov. 8. Pain is gone, but balance is still bad. Exercise, exercise, exercise. Prayers you have a quick recovery. God bless you and your sweet family, and have a very Merry Christmas."

"How do you look like a movie star in the hospital?? Feel better soon!!" another fan joked.

"Even in the hospital, you are so beautiful. You look like Sophia Loren here - she's my other favorite! Hope you feel better soon and merry Christmas," a fan of the reality star noted.