'Desperate measures' Strictly Come Dancing star Delta Goodrem is taking to recover from rib injury
Delta will miss this Saturday's show due to her injuryDelta Goodrem is reportedly sleeping upright as she recovers from her Strictly Come Dancing rib injury.
The Sun reports that the singer, 41, is taking the unusual step while following medical advice for her ribs.
The immediate question is whether she can recover in time for next week’s show.
She will miss this weekend’s Strictly Come Dancing due to her injury. On Monday, Delta is reportedly due to meet show bosses and medics for a decision about her return.
Delta Goodrem’s recovery routine on Strictly Come Dancing
Her determination to continue does not mean pushing ahead without advice. The newspaper’s source said she was following medical instructions closely.
Rest is reportedly taking priority over physiotherapy because the injury affects her ribs. Regular ice packs also feature in her routine, with the aim of reducing swelling.
Sleeping upright is not the only adjustment she has made at home.
The source added: “She also has to regularly take walks around her flat so she doesn’t stiffen up.”
NHS guidance cited by The Sun advises against lying down for lengthy periods when treating bruised or broken ribs. It also recommends a more upright sleeping position, supported by extra pillows.
Delta was injured during training last week, but still performed at the weekend. Now her focus has shifted from learning routines to recovering sufficiently for another appearance.
Delta Goodrem’s Strictly return depends on medical clearance
The stakes are clear because Strictly’s rules allow each contestant just one free pass.
After that, they must withdraw from the competition. Missing this weekend therefore leaves Delta with little room for another setback.
A BBC source told the newspaper that resuming rehearsals with Kai next Monday would be the best-case outcome.
The source said: “Delta is following medical advice to the letter — she’s desperate to get back on the dance floor.
They added: “Delta will only continue in the show if it’s safe to do so.”
The show’s welfare team is also keeping in regular contact, the source added.
Meanwhile, Kai’s performance this weekend is set to be a tribute to Dolly Parton. Delta is expected to watch from home rather than join him on the dance floor.
Whether she can return the following week will depend on that medical assessment.
TV Guide has contacted representatives for Delta for comment.
Strictly Come Dancing continues Saturday, October 17 with Icons Week from 6.15pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
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