Super Junior's Donghae collapses on stage from suspected herniated disc

K-pop star Donghae, a member of the group Super Junior, collapsed on stage during a concert in Hong Kong on June 28, reportedly due to a recurrence of a herniated disc. The incident occurred while he was performing the song "HELP," where he experienced intense back pain, making it difficult to stand.

Video footage showed Donghae attempting to get up several times but ultimately falling to the ground, covering his face in pain. Despite the visible discomfort, he managed to finish the performance, though his struggle was evident to the audience. Fans expressed significant worry for his health following the incident.

Donghae later issued a handwritten apology in Cantonese on June 29, expressing regret for the situation and reassuring fans. The sincerity of his message resonated with his fanbase, who wished him a speedy recovery.

According to health information from the National Armed Forces Taoyuan General Hospital, a herniated disc can cause symptoms that are exacerbated by sneezing, coughing, or bending over. The condition involves the soft tissue between vertebrae becoming deformed, displaced, or ruptured, potentially pressing on the spinal cord or nerves. Common triggers include lifting heavy objects, falls, and degenerative changes in the spine, particularly in the lower lumbar region.

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