Derek Hough wife Hayley Erbert long road recovery emergency craniectomy

"Derek Hough's wife Hayley Erbert is recovering from emergency craniectomy after suffering burst blood vessel during dance tour."

Derek Hough shared an update on his wife Hayley Erbert's health after she underwent an emergency craniectomy. In a heartfelt Instagram post, the "Dancing with the Stars" judge expressed his gratitude for the outpouring of love and support they have received during this challenging time.

Hough praised Erbert's strength and resilience, emphasizing that she is now on the long road to recovery. He described the kindness and generosity they have experienced as immeasurable and humbling, vowing to pay it forward as a family.

The emergency craniectomy was necessary after Erbert became disoriented and was taken to the hospital following a performance on their Symphony of Dance tour in Washington, D.C. Hough revealed that she had a hematoma from a burst blood vessel, leading to the life-saving procedure.

This type of brain surgery, performed in emergency situations, is designed to relieve pressure on the brain. During the craniectomy, a piece of the skull is removed, and it is later replaced in a subsequent surgery called a cranioplasty.

The couple, who got engaged in June 2022 and married in August, have been overwhelmed by the support from their fans and loved ones. Hough's message conveyed hope and gratitude, underscoring the importance of community and resilience in the face of adversity.