Dave Hughes was rushed to hospital after a surfing accident.
The 53-year-old comedian dislocated his shoulder during an outing on a Queensland beach, causing nerve damage and excruciating pain.
“Happy NY.” I had the least sober New Year’s Eve in over 30 years. “Green Whistle came in after two hours of the worst pain of my life, plus morphine and the rest,” he wrote on Instagram.
“Shoulder dislocation while surfing.” “Level 9 out of 10 nerve damage,” he explained.
“Thank you to my wife, @surfersparadiseslsc and the medical professionals at GC for their much-needed help!”
Dave Hughes was rushed to hospital after a surfing accident. Pictured
“I'll be in the sling for a while and I'm not sure when my next right-handed high five will be,” he continued.
Alongside the caption, Dave shared several dramatic images of the aftermath of the accident.
He is seen bent over with his arm in a sling as he inhales the famous “green pipe” containing the powerful analgesic Penthrox, used to relieve pain in emergencies.
Another image shows the TV personality slumped in a dune buggy driven by a lifesaver, with a towel over her shoulders.
The 53-year-old dislocated his shoulder while spending a day on a beach in Queensland, causing nerve damage and causing him excruciating pain
“Happy NY.” I had the least sober New Year’s Eve in over 30 years. “Green Whistle came in after two hours of the worst pain of my life, plus morphine and the rest,” he wrote on Instagram. “Shoulder dislocation while surfing.” Level 9 out of 10 nerve damage
Dave was showered with congratulations from his famous friends, including Myf Warhurst, who wrote: 'Oh no Dave. 'Watch out'.
“Oh no, Dave! That's awful. If you need surgery (and I hope not), I could tell you in my @bondirescuetv voice if you'd like?' offered The Bachelor presenter Osher Günsberg.
Comedian Nikki Osborne wrote: “Oh God no!” This is terrible. Her long-held ambition of becoming the national chicken dance champion has come true.'
“Is there any footage of you falling off the board?” joked comedian Lehmo.
Reality star Yvie Jones also saw the brighter side, writing: “Oh my darling. How terrible. I hope that you are alright. “Legendary wife for photography”.
“I'll be in the sling for a while and I'm not sure when my next right-handed high-five will be,” he added