Celine Dion’s battle with the rare neurological disorder Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS) continues, as her sister Claudette Dion provided another somber update on the singer’s health condition. In a new interview, Claudette revealed that Celine has now lost control of her muscle movements due to SPS.
Celine’s Condition Worsens: No Longer Has Control Over Her Muscles
In an interview with French magazine Paris Match, Celine’s elder sister Claudette Dion shared that the singer’s health has deteriorated further since her SPS diagnosis last year. The incurable condition has robbed Celine of control over her muscles.
“Céline does not control her muscles at all anymore. She can no longer move her arms or legs,” Claudette told the outlet. “It’s very difficult for her. But her mind is still there.”
This revelation paints an even more concerning picture of Celine’s battle than previous updates. The loss of muscle control prevents the singer from living normally, let alone taking the stage to perform.
Ongoing Battle With Incurable Autoimmune Disorder
Celine first publicly shared her SPS diagnosis in December 2022 through an emotional video message. The condition causes stiffness and spasms due to the immune system attacking the central nervous system. It can leave patients unable to walk or move, and gets progressively worse over time.
At the time, Celine said she had been dealing with “spasms that affect every aspect of my daily life.” The spasms have now turned into full loss of muscle control. There is no known cure for SPS, only symptom management.
The Grammy-winner was forced to postpone and cancel a series of European tour dates last year as she began seeking treatment. She has continued receiving physical therapy and exploring alternative remedies like acupuncture. But the treatments have unfortunately not reversed the muscle impacts of SPS.
Sister Says Celine Still Has Hopes Of Returning To Stage
While the latest health revelations are certainly worrying, Claudette provided a small silver lining: Celine apparently still dreams of singing on stage again.
“She still dreams of returning to the stage, of recovering,” Claudette told Paris Match. “But she realizes that her illness is preventing her.”
For now, performing live seems out of reach due to Celine’s physical limitations. But her strong desire to get back to singing provides a motivator as she perseveres through treatments.
Fans have continued showering Celine with supportive messages, using the hashtag #CourageCeline on social media. They eagerly await any positive update about the possibility of Celine’s musical comeback.
Table: Timeline of Celine’s Stiff Person Syndrome Battle
Here is a timeline of key events in Celine Dion’s public battle with stiff person syndrome over the past year:
| Date | Event |
|-|-
| October 2022 | Celine forced to postpone spring 2023 tour dates due to unexplained health issues
| December 8, 2022 | Celine reveals SPS diagnosis through emotional Instagram video
| December 2022 | Celine’s sister Manon gives update saying singer can no longer walk normally
| December 2022 | Doctors say Celine’s recovery could take “several years”
| December 19, 2023 | Sister Claudette shares Celine has lost muscle control in latest update
Celine’s Poignant 2022 Christmas Message
On December 23, 2022, just two weeks after going public with her diagnosis, Celine shared a poignant Christmas message acknowledging the difficult road ahead, but emphasizing hope.
Part of Celine’s message read: “Even though this year’s holidays will look a little different than years past, I’m still looking forward to quality time with my family…I find comfort knowing that we’re all in this together and that better days are to come.”
While this year’s holiday season has also undoubtedly been impacted by her health struggles, Celine’s message from last year exemplified her characteristic grace and resilience even amid intense personal challenges.
What The Future Holds
The months and years ahead will continue requiring tremendous courage and grit from Celine as she copes with stiff person syndrome. Since there is no cure, managing symptoms is extremely important to try halting progression of muscle impacts.
Celine’s team of doctors have no doubt explored a wide range of traditional and alternative treatment options. But her latest health revelations indicate the options attempted so far have not reversed the stiffness and spasms.
Still, Celine seems determined to leave no stone unturned in order to sing on stage again. And her unwavering positivity and work ethic point to someone who will keep fighting tirelessly.
While a full recovery is unlikely, many fans hold onto hope that Celine could still have moments in the spotlight with SPS, whether at award shows or surprise performances. She memorably sang at the 2021 Oscars while recovering from severe muscle spasms. There remains cautious optimism that Celine could grace audiences again, defying the limitations of her condition.
Regardless of what happens on stage, Celine Dion will undoubtedly continue demonstrating true courage and grace worthy of her idol status among fans worldwide. Her battle now serves as a source of inspiration beyond just her iconic music. At the end of her 2022 Christmas message, Celine concluded with her signature sign-off: “I love you very much. Take care of yourselves. Have fun safely!” And her fans will surely be taking care of themselves while also keeping Celine in their hearts during this intensely trying chapter of her life journey.
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