Ken Patera Suffers Broken Neck Injury After Gym Fall Accident

Wrestling legend and former WWE and NWA wrestler Ken Patera recently suffered a broken neck injury.

Patera’s injury was first announced by the Book Pro Wrestlers account on Twitter who stated that he had suffered a fall at the gym that resulted in a broken C1 vertebra injury.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with wrestling legend Ken Patera after he suffered a fall at the gym that resulted in a broken C1 vertebra.

After working so hard to recover from major back surgery, returning to the gym, and making tremendous progress with his health, this is especially difficult news.

Ken has overcome incredible challenges throughout his life. We’re hoping that same strength carries him through this one.

Wishing Ken a full and speedy recovery. ❤️🙏”

Our thoughts and prayers are with wrestling legend Ken Patera after he suffered a fall at the gym that resulted in a broken C1 vertebra.

After working so hard to recover from major back surgery, returning to the gym, and making tremendous progress with his health, this is… pic.twitter.com/FPDAVV3c2E

— Book Pro Wrestlers (@BookProWrestler) June 30, 2026