Joanna Gaines Shares Health Update After Back Surgery

Joanna Gaines is recovering from a recent hospitalization and surgery.

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The cause of her back issues is an injury from high school cheerleading.

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She underwent a microdisectomy in 2001 and had to repeat the procedure two weeks ago.

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She shared a health update on Instagram.

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She is grateful for the forced rest during the busy holiday season.

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Joanna wished her fans a beautiful Christmas week.

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She encouraged her fans to find beauty in the present moment.

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The timing of the surgery before the holidays was not ideal.

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We hope she rests up and feels better soon.

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