ITV Corrie's Simon Barlow actor shares update from hospital after injury

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Coronation Street star Alex Bain has given an update on an injury from hospital. Alex, 20, who plays Corrie's Simon has been keeping his followers on Instagram informed on his progress.

The soap star previously shared pictures as he sat in a wheelchair at Royal Blackburn Hospital A&E department a couple of weeks ago before he jetted off on holiday.

He showed his injury being supported by a medical boot as he explained: "Don’t worry guys it’s just my ankle." Alex, who has played Simon in Corrie since 2008, has given his 21,000 Instagram followers an update as he revealed that his ankle is still strapped up.

He shared a picture from the fracture clinic at the Royal Blackburn Hospital showing him wearing the moon boot. READ MORE: Strictly winner Rose Ayling-Ellis reveals sweet gesture from Prince Charles and Camilla when they visited EastEnders set He said: "Update on the ankle: I'm at the fracture clinic having a check up and X Ray to see how it is doing!" And Alex promised: "I will keep you all updated!" Alex thanked fans for their support as he told them he would have to go back in four weeks.