Rita Simons has revealed she will undergo surgery soon as she continues her battle with scoliosis.
The former EastEnders star shared the update with fans on Instagram. She explained that the procedure will help reduce pain caused by her condition. The actress said the Rita Simons surgery will take place in a few weeks.
Simons, who played the popular character Roxy Mitchell on the long-running soap, posted several images and videos to update followers. One photo showed the actress smiling. Another image revealed an X-ray of her spine, highlighting the severity of her scoliosis.
She also included a humorous clip showing her struggling to button a shirt. In the caption, Simons explained that the Rita Simons surgery will involve a breast reduction.
She said the decision came after years of discomfort caused by her back condition. The actress explained that large breasts worsen the pain linked to her spinal curvature.
Simons also shared that she recently stopped vaping as part of her preparation for surgery. She told followers that quitting vaping had been difficult, but necessary for her health.
According to Simons, doctors cannot correct her scoliosis with spinal surgery. Instead, she must focus on reducing strain on her back and slowing the condition’s progression. She explained that her spine cannot be fully fixed. Therefore, she plans to manage symptoms with other treatments.
The actress said the surgery should help reduce constant back pain. She also hopes the procedure will make daily activities easier. Simons added that she looks forward to feeling more comfortable in clothes after the operation. The star shared her story partly to raise awareness about adult scoliosis.
She said the condition receives little attention, especially among adult women. Simons encouraged others living with scoliosis to share their experiences. Earlier this year, she first opened up publicly about the condition. At the time, she posted a video explaining the challenges she faces every day.
She described constant back pain as well as difficulty choosing clothes that fit comfortably. Despite these challenges, the actress keeps a positive attitude. Simons often uses humour when discussing the condition with fans.
She even joked that if her spine were straight, she would be “unbearably perfect.” Recently, she has created an online community for people living with scoliosis. Many followers with the condition responded to her posts and shared similar experiences.
Simons said she reads many of the messages and feels grateful for the support. She also promised to keep fans updated about the Rita Simons surgery as the date approaches. For now, the actress remains hopeful that the procedure will improve her quality of life.
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