Wearing a thong and undergoing "shocking" acupuncture... Ski goddess "shares directly" her journey: "I am working hard on my rehabilitation" after facing the threat of leg amputation

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"Ski legend" Lindsey Vonn (42) revealed a shocking update, showing herself receiving acupuncture while wearing only underwear. After surviving the threat of leg amputation and enduring multiple major surgeries, she is scheduled to undergo another operation.

The UK's "The Sun" reported on the 29th (Korean time), "Olympic icon Vonn captured fans' attention by sharing a selfie of herself receiving acupuncture while wearing only a thong."

Vonn shared her recovery process with fans through her Instagram. The most eye-catching image showed her wearing only pink underwear while receiving acupuncture at various points on her lower body.

Vonn's injury nightmare began during the alpine skiing downhill event at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics on February 9. She had already suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) but forced herself to compete, resulting in a terrible collision accident just 13 seconds after the start, which led to her emergency evacuation by helicopter.

At the time, Vonn sustained severe compound fractures in her left leg and experienced compartment syndrome immediately after her first surgery, bringing her to the brink of amputation. She subsequently underwent multiple major surgeries while traveling between Italy and the United States. Currently, she is focusing on her recovery while undergoing acupuncture for her lower back and knees.

However, Vonn expressed complex feelings as she prepares to undergo another additional surgery. She posted a photo of herself sitting on a gym exercise ball with her dog "Chance," writing, "I am enjoying the moments where I can work hard and have fun." She added, "There are less than two weeks left until my surgery. The countdown is mentally a bit tough, but thanks to Chance, I am staying grounded in reality."

Previously, Vonn suffered from depression while hospitalized, as extreme physical pain led to mental isolation. Although she engaged in direct online arguments with netizens who criticized her for competing against medical advice, she demonstrated her strong will to return by appearing at the Met Gala event in May using a cane.

Fans sent warm support to Vonn, who has recently returned to an active daily life by starting road cycling, saying things like "Praying for a successful surgery and quick recovery" and "You are getting stronger and stronger."

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