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Adam DeVine Reflects on Health Struggles Tied to Childhood Accident

The actor and comedian shares how recent medical challenges, initially misdiagnosed, have led to a renewed focus on treatment and career adjustments.

Overview

  • Adam DeVine revealed that doctors initially misdiagnosed his chronic pain and spasms as stiff-person syndrome before attributing them to his childhood accident.
  • The actor, who was hit by a cement truck at age 11, underwent 25 surgeries and continues to face long-term health impacts decades later.
  • DeVine's condition has improved following stem cell treatment in Colombia, marking the best health he has experienced in three years.
  • He has adapted his career focus to less physically demanding roles while continuing work on projects like HBO's 'The Righteous Gemstones' and upcoming animated films.
  • DeVine believes intense physical activity during the COVID-19 pandemic may have exacerbated his symptoms, which include chronic pain and mobility challenges.

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