Mikaela Shiffrin, the renowned American skiing star, is making strides in her recovery journey after sustaining a deep puncture wound in her hip area over a month ago. The injury occurred during a crash on November 30 in Killington, Vermont, as she was nearing the end of her second run in the giant slalom event while pursuing her 100th World Cup win. Shiffrin lost control, collided with a gate, and tumbled head over skis, leading to the serious injury.
Following the incident, Shiffrin underwent abdominal surgery in mid-December to address the puncture wound. In a recent update shared on Instagram, she expressed her excitement about the progress she has been making in her recovery. Shiffrin mentioned that she is now able to move, exercise, and engage in physical activities, marking a significant step forward in her rehabilitation process.
The current focus of Shiffrin's recovery phase is on regaining her strength and conditioning while being mindful of the limitations posed by her obliques. She highlighted the rigorous hours spent in the gym and rehabilitation sessions, emphasizing her satisfaction with the progress made so far. Shiffrin expressed her hope of transitioning to light skiing activities on snow within the upcoming week, although she acknowledged that there is still some way to go before she can ski with full intensity due to pain and fitness considerations.
As for her return to competitive skiing, it remains uncertain when the two-time Olympic champion will be back on the World Cup circuit. There is also speculation regarding her participation in the world championships scheduled to take place in Saalbach, Austria, in February. Shiffrin's determination and positive outlook on her recovery process indicate her commitment to returning to the sport she excels in, albeit with a cautious approach to ensure a full and successful comeback.
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