For professional players, pursuing a long-term career in esports often comes at a great cost. It’s not just the youth spent on training and competing, but also the physical and mental health that suffers. Many players, despite their young age, have developed serious joint issues or mental health problems due to irregular schedules and lack of rest.
Recently, in a documentary segment from Gen.G, player Chovy revealed a surprising detail. According to the Mid Laner of Gen.G, he went to the hospital for a check-up after feeling concerned about his health. Chovy stated: “I have been paying attention to my health, so I went for a check-up and had X-rays done. The results showed that I have scoliosis. I often have to adjust my equipment and posture to sit comfortably. So sometimes people see my sitting position as quite strange.”
Scoliosis is often easy to develop, especially among students and children who frequently bend over while studying, eating, or engaging in daily activities. Additionally, those who are nearsighted or work with computers, and don’t use appropriate desks and chairs are also at higher risk for this condition. While it is not a life-threatening illness, it can be very dangerous with long-term complications.
Furthermore, this condition affects the appearance and aesthetics of the individual. Particularly, it is very difficult to treat since patients often follow their habitual lifestyle and sometimes forget to adjust their posture accordingly. Occasionally, patients may need surgical intervention to fully address the issue.
For a gamer like Chovy, this issue is even more severe. Many fans, upon learning of the situation, expressed their thoughts that the former Mid Laner of Hanwha Life Esports has been a “golden backbone” for too long, and now his spine can no longer withstand the pressure. However, this is merely a lighthearted opinion, and many fans have sent their wishes for Chovy to overcome this illness.
Being a professional player comes with immense pressure on both mental and physical health. Before Chovy, renowned players like Uzi and Nuguri lost their form and had to leave the professional scene due to health and mental breakdowns. Gen.G and Chovy fans certainly do not wish for this to happen to their idol, especially when Chovy is at the prime age to develop his career.