Mark Ballas suffered an eye injury during a rehearsal for “Dancing with the Stars” in 2013. He was accidentally hit in the face, which led to a scratched cornea.
In the incident, while practicing a routine with his dance partner at the time, actress Julianne Hough, an accidental misstep occurred. Julianne’s hand struck Mark in the eye, resulting in a significant amount of pain for the professional dancer. Despite the injury, Ballas continued to perform on the show, although he had to wear an eye patch to protect his injured eye during some of the performances.
The injury was a scratched cornea, which is a common but painful condition where the clear, protective outer layer of the eye is damaged. This type of injury can cause discomfort, redness, watering of the eye, and sensitivity to light. Treatment typically involves allowing the eye to rest and heal, possibly with the aid of antibiotic eye drops to prevent infection and sometimes pain medication to manage discomfort.
Mark Ballas’s dedication to his craft was evident as he pushed through the pain and continued to compete on the show. His resilience and commitment to his partner and the competition were praised by fans and the judges alike. After some time and proper care, his eye healed, and he was able to return to dancing without the need for protective gear.
