Twitch Streamer Adrian Chechik Undergoes Surgery After Back Injury at TwitchCon
Adrian Chechik, a popular Twitch streamer and former adult film actress, announced today that she is going into surgery following a severe back injury she sustained at TwitchCon San Diego 2022.
Controversy Surrounds TwitchCon San Diego 2022
TwitchCon San Diego 2022 marked the long-awaited return of the in-person livestreaming convention to North America after a nearly three-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the convention was not without its fair share of controversy. The main point of contention was a foam pit that led to multiple injuries among attendees and streamers.
Foam Pit Mishap at Lenovo Legion Booth
At the Lenovo Legion booth, a casual competition took place where contestants tried to push each other off a pedestal. Below the pedestals was a supposedly safe foam pit. Unfortunately, the foam cubes did little to cushion the fall, resulting in several injuries, including Adrian Chechik’s back injury.
After winning in the Lenovo Faceoff, Chechik celebrated with a jump into the foam blocks, but landed harshly on her tailbone and fell on her back, experiencing intense pain and being unable to stand up.
Tweets and Potential Legal Action
Chechik took to Twitter to share the extent of her injuries, revealing that her back was broken in two places and she needed a meter rod for support. She also expressed the possibility of pursuing legal action against Twitch, Lenovo, or the convention center. Additionally, she compiled tweets from other TwitchCon attendees who suffered similar injuries at the booth.
On October 11, Chechik confirmed that she was undergoing surgery to repair her broken back. However, doctors informed her that the recovery process could take anywhere from six months to a year.
Backlash Against Twitch and Calls for Boycott
Both attendees of TwitchCon and online spectators have been critical of Twitch for allowing a booth that resulted in multiple injuries. As a result, there has been a resurgence of boycotts against the platform, with Chechik’s injury and others serving as the catalyst. These incidents have raised concerns about the overall safety and organization of the livestreaming convention.
There have been no updates from Chechik regarding the outcome of her surgery or any further updates on her injury.