Overview

• Schumer underwent a laminectomy on her L5 vertebra on August 8, a surgery designed to relieve back pain by removing part of the vertebra and enlarging the spinal canal.
• She posted a photo of herself at home using a walker, noting on Instagram that the procedure offers a short recovery ahead of lighter days.
• The spinal operation addresses chronic pain rooted in a surfing accident she suffered as a teenager.
• This procedure follows her highly publicized treatments for endometriosis in 2021 and a Cushing syndrome diagnosis in early 2024.
• True to form, Schumer used humor in her updates, joking about buying a new bra when she feels better and sharing a quip overheard in the hospital.