{"id":2339340,"date":"2024-09-10T17:35:59","date_gmt":"2024-09-10T21:35:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/mark-levin-off-the-air-after-very-bad-fall-announces-imminent-surgery\/"},"modified":"2024-09-10T17:40:40","modified_gmt":"2024-09-10T21:40:40","slug":"mark-levin-off-the-air-after-very-bad-fall-announces-imminent-surgery","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/mark-levin-off-the-air-after-very-bad-fall-announces-imminent-surgery\/","title":{"rendered":"Mark Levin Off the Air After \u2018Very Bad\u2019 Fall, Announces Imminent Surgery"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">24<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fmark-levin-off-the-air-after-very-bad-fall-announces-imminent-surgery%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2339340&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><p>Mark Levin, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/youtube-permanently-blacklists-dan-bongino\/\" title=\"YouTube Permanently Blacklists Dan Bongino\">prominent conservative pundit<\/a>, \u200bis currently off the air due to a severe injury he sustained from a fall. He announced\u2063 on\u2064 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/why-this-average-american-is-voting-for-donald-trump\/\" title=\"Why This Average American Is Voting for Donald Trump\">social media<\/a> that he tore a quadricep tendon \u2063in his leg, which necessitates immediate surgery. Levin expressed optimism about returning\u2062 to broadcasting\u2063 soon, \u200backnowledging the support and well-wishes he has received from \u2064fans\u2062 and\u200c <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/uncancelled-rick-santorum-hired-by-newsmax\/\" title=\"Uncancelled: Rick Santorum Hired By Newsmax\">fellow commentators<\/a>. \u200cMedical information regarding quadricep tears \u200cindicates that such injuries can lead to significant mobility issues if not treated properly, but with modern medical interventions, recovery prospects\u2064 are generally positive. Levin&#8217;s\u200b injury has drawn a wave \u200cof \u200dencouraging messages from his supporters, who hope for his swift recovery.  <\/p>\n<p class=\"readmore\">\n    <button onclick=\"showReadMore()\" id=\"readmorebtn\">Read more&#8230;<\/button>\n<\/p>\n<hr id=\"line\">\n<span id=\"more\"><\/p>\n<p><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><\/p>\n<section> <script>console.log(\"ad slot (IC1)\")<\/script><script>console.log(\"ad slot (IC2)\")<\/script><script>console.log(\"ad slot (IC3)\")<\/script><script>console.log(\"ad slot (IC4)\")<\/script><script>console.log(\"ad slot (REP_0)\")<\/script><\/p>\n<p>Legendary conservative pundit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/mark-levin-uses-6th-grad-econ-test-show-harris-inflation-plan-wont-work\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mark Levin<\/a> is off the air following a severe injury.<\/p>\n<p>Levin announced his temporary leave Monday, telling fans and supporters that he would likely return after an imminent surgery.<\/p>\n<p>The radio host said a &ldquo;very <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/mark-levin-aiming-to-be-back-on-air-for-debate-following-injury-washington-examiner\/\" title=\"Mark Levin aiming to be back on air for debate following injury - Washington Examiner\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/cnn-bosses-order-veteran-anchor-to-address-personal-situation\/\" title=\"CNN Bosses Order Veteran Anchor To Address \u2018Personal Situation\u2019\">bad fall<\/a>&#038;rdquo<\/a>; over the weekend resulting in a severe tear to a major tendon in the leg.<\/p>\n<p>&ldquo;Unfortunately, I had a very bad fall this weekend and tore my quadricep between my right knee and thigh,&rdquo; Levin wrote on social media platform X.<\/p>\n<p>The longtime pundit added: &ldquo;I&rsquo;ll likely be in surgery in the next day or two. I&rsquo;ll be back on air as soon as I can. God bless.&rdquo;<\/p>\n<p>  <script> \t\t\t\tif( ! getCookie( 'ff_subbed' ) ) if( typeof FFADS.replace_ict !='undefined' ) if( FFADS.replace_ict ) eval( FFADS.replace_ict ); \t\t\t<\/script> <\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">Unfortunately, I had a very bad fall this weekend and tore my quadricep between my right knee and thigh. I&rsquo;ll likely be in surgery in the next day or two. I&rsquo;ll be back on air as soon as I can. God bless.<\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Mark R. Levin (@marklevinshow) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/marklevinshow\/status\/1833139262700577059?\">September 9, 2024<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>Well-wishers poured in to Levin&rsquo;s comment section, encouraging <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/fox-news-makes-big-move-mark-levin-ratings-bonanza\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the conservative firebrand<\/a>&nbsp;amidst a debilitating and painful injury.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-conversation=\"none\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">Keeping you in our prayers. Heal-up soon and get back on-the-air. Your voice is needed.&#128591;&#127996;&#127482;&#127480;<\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Kari Lake (@KariLake) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/KariLake\/status\/1833188878146277463?\">September 9, 2024<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-conversation=\"none\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">Take care of yoursel, Mark! Will keep you in my prayers!<\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Mollie (@MZHemingway) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/MZHemingway\/status\/1833165134866354563?\">September 9, 2024<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-conversation=\"none\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">May your recovery be swift and your rehab fruitful!<\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Harmeet K. Dhillon (@pnjaban) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/pnjaban\/status\/1833153408515358797?\">September 9, 2024<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>Tendons can be weakened by aging or chronic disease.<\/p>\n<p>&ldquo;A quadriceps tear often occurs when there is a heavy load on the leg with the foot planted and the knee partially bent,&rdquo; the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons explains. &ldquo;Think of an awkward landing from a jump while playing basketball.<\/p>\n<p>&ldquo;The force of the landing is too much for the tendon and it tears.&rdquo;<\/p>\n<p>Tears such as this one can leave the leg with much less range of motion, one of the main symptoms, and can be confirmed by X-ray imaging or MRI.<\/p>\n<p>While minor tears can be treated with therapy and immobilization, Levin&rsquo;s injury is serious. Thankfully, modern medicine leaves the radio host with a hopeful path forward.<\/p>\n<p>According to the AAOS, most surgeries are minor and performed on an outpatient basis. Injuries that are more sever or go without treatment can be more disruptive.<\/p>\n<p>&ldquo;The most common complications of quadriceps tendon repair include weakness and loss of knee motion,&rdquo; the AAOS states. &ldquo;It is also possible to re-rupture the tendon after it has been repaired. In addition, the position of your kneecap may be different after the procedure.<\/p>\n<p>&ldquo;As with any surgery, other possible complications include infection, wound breakdown, a blood clot, or complications from anesthesia.&rdquo;<\/p>\n<p>A complete recovery of leg motion is typical within four months to a year.<\/p>\n<div style=\"position: relative;\">\n<div class=\"ff-fancy-header-container\">  <\/div>\n<div class=\"entry-submit-correction inner-content\">\n<div class=\"correction-form\">\n<form style=\"display: none;\">\n<div class=\"sc-name-field\"> <label>* Name<\/label> <br \/> <input type=\"text\" name=\"name\" required> <\/div>\n<div class=\"sc--field\"> <label>* <\/label> <br \/> <input type=\"text\" name=\"\" required> <\/div>\n<p> <label>* Message<\/label> <br \/> <textarea name=\"message\" required><\/textarea>  <\/p>\n<div class=\"required-message\" style=\"display: none; padding-bottom: 15px;\">* All fields are required.<\/div>\n<p> <input type=\"submit\" value=\"Submit\" onclick=\"event.preventDefault(); firefly_sc();\">  <\/p>\n<div class=\"firefly-sc-confirm\" style=\"display: none;\">Success!<\/div>\n<\/p><\/form>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p> <script> \t\t\tfunction firefly_sc() { \t\t\t\tif( typeof window.captchaPublicKey==typeof undefined ){ \t\t\t\t\tconsole.error('window.captchaPublicKey is not defined'); \t\t\t\t} \t\t\t\tgrecaptcha.execute( window.captchaPublicKey, { action: 'submit_correction' } ).then( function( token ) { \t\t\t\t\tvar opts={ \t\t\t\t\t\taction:    'firefly_sc_submit', \t\t\t\t\t\tname:      document.querySelector( '.entry-submit-correction [name=\"name\"]' ).value, \t\t\t\t\t\t:     document.querySelector( '.entry-submit-correction [name=\"\"]' ).value, \t\t\t\t\t\tmessage:   document.querySelector( '.entry-submit-correction [name=\"message\"]' ).value, \t\t\t\t\t\tpost_id:   firefly_post_id, \t\t\t\t\t\tcap_token: token \t\t\t\t\t}  \t\t\t\t\tvar inputs=[ 'name', '', 'message' ];  \t\t\t\t\tfor( var i=0; i <inputs.length; i++ ) if( ! 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He shared on Monday that he would be taking a temporary break, anticipating a return after undergoing surgery soon. Levin explained that he suffered a &#8220;very bad fall&#8221; over the weekend, which caused a significant tear in a major tendon in his leg. In his message on social media platform X, he stated: \u201cUnfortunately, I had a very bad fall this weekend and tore my quadricep between my right knee and thigh. I\u2019ll likely be in surgery in the next day or two. I\u2019ll be back on air as soon as I can. God bless.\u201d <\/p>\n<p>Supporters flooded his comment section with well-wishes during this challenging time, encouraging him to recover quickly and return to broadcasting. Messages included sentiments like &#8220;Keeping you in our prayers&#8221; and &#8220;Take care of yourself, Mark! Will keep you in my prayers!&#8221; <\/p>\n<p>According to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS), tendons can weaken due to aging or chronic conditions. A quadriceps tear typically occurs when there is significant stress on the leg while it is planted with the knee slightly bent\u2014such as landing awkwardly from a jump during basketball play\u2014leading to potential loss of motion confirmed through X-ray or MRI imaging.<\/p>\n<p>While minor tears may heal with therapy and immobilization, Levin&#8217;s injury appears more severe; however, modern medical practices offer hope for recovery. The AAOS notes that most surgeries are minor outpatient procedures but warns that untreated injuries could lead to greater complications such as weakness or loss of knee motion post-repair.<\/p>\n<p>Complete recovery usually takes four months up to one year following surgery<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2339341,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mo_disable_npp":"","fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/levin.jpg","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[40588,37092,38630,40587,40586],"class_list":["post-2339340","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","tag-fall-injury","tag-health-update","tag-mark-levin","tag-media-news","tag-surgery-announcement"],"fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/levin.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2339340","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2339340"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2339340\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2339341"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2339340"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2339340"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2339340"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}