Strictly's Delta Goodrem breaks down in tears over rib injury in emotional video ahead of returning to the dancefloor after she was forced to miss a week of training

Strictly's Delta Goodrem has broken down in tears over her rib injury in an emotional video.

The singer, 41, sat out of last week's competition after she was ordered to rest by doctors.

She received a pass through to the next round after the injury left her unable to train in the week.

Strictly then confirmed earlier this week that Delta was back in rehearsals and ready to fight back.

Now, ahead of her return to the dancefloor tonight (October 24), the singer detailed the extent of her injury in an emotional video posted on Instagram.

Recording herself daily, the video began with Delta in hospital the Sunday following her injury.

'This is very painful, praying that this is OK. Feeling a little nauseous from the pain,' she said.

The video then jumped to Monday, where Delta held back tears as she explained: 'They explained that it is fracturing my rib, which I feel very, very gutted about. 

'Hopefully I'll get back next week, that's the plan. 

'Thanks everyone for the support, I'm just super disappointed.'

Tuesday's clip then saw the singer breaking down in tears to the camera, with the star holding her head in her hands.

After the emotional clip, Delta appeared happier the following days as she began to walk and catch up with pro partner Kai Widdrington.

Clips then showed the duo back in training, with her telling fans she's 'so happy to be back'.

Captioning the post, Delta wrote: 'I filmed little moments over the past two weeks to remind myself that even on the frustrating days, there would be progress.

'I was gutted when the injury happened as I've been truly loving this experience so much. It's hard to be patient when you want to be full force again but I've been listening, taking things carefully and learning to appreciate the small steps!

'Heading into show day feeling grateful to be able to take a few more tonight with all the incredible help from everyone around me.

'To all my warriors out there in your own battles i see you and am with you – we are fighters! #Teamdeltakai will see you tonight.'

Strictly shared the news Delta was back in rehearsals with her dance partner Kai on Instagram on Monday as they shared a sweet selfie of the pair. 

They captioned the post: 'Following her bye last week due to injury, we’re delighted to confirm Delta has been given the all clear to dance again this weekend.

'She’ll return to the ballroom on Saturday night, and Abi Clarke will pop into her rehearsal room for a chat on Training Room Diaries on Wednesday evening.'

Fans were delighted by the news and wrote in the comments: 'That's my girl @deltagoodrem so happy for you'

The Sydney-born star managed to perform a Salsa during week three of the competition, keeping her top of the leaderboard for the second consecutive week.

But it was only hours after the live broadcast that she was taken to hospital as she struggled to sleep through her pain.

Doctors ordered Delta to rest, as well as sleep upright to aid her recovery.

Long-established Strictly rules state that a contestant is allowed one free pass before they have to withdraw from the competition. 

On Saturday night, the hosts addressed the Australian star's absence.

Emma Willis told how it was 'such a shame' for her to be missing out on Icon's Week, as she explained to viewers what happened and reiterated that the rules meant she'd be able to dance again next week. 

Meanwhile, Johannes Radebe added: 'Delta my darling, I know you're watching at home, we're all sending you so much love!'