Paula Abdul has cancelled her tour after sustaining "some injuries".

The 'Opposite Attracts' hitmaker had been due to perform in Anchorage, Alaska later this month before embarking on her month-long 'Straight Up! to Canada' concert series but has now apologised to fans after learning she needs to undergo surgery and will require a long period of recovery, meaning she can't play the shows.

Paula - who was also due to perform in Fargo, North Dakota, on 12 October amid her Canadian dates - announced on Instagram: "It’s with an incredibly heavy heart that I need to share with you an update regarding some injuries I’ve recently sustained. In an effort to keep going, I’ve received targeted injections that will allow me temporary relief, but the demands of an entire tour is a different story.

"After multiple consultations with my doctors and exploring all available options, I’ve been advised that one of my injuries requires a minor procedure followed by a 6-8 week recovery time, therefore it will prohibit me from proceeding with the 'Straight Up! To Canada Tour' as well as the dates in Alaska and North Dakota. "

The 62-year-old singer admitted cancelling the tour had left her heartbroken but promised fans she will be back "stronger and better" as soon as she can.

She continued: "I want to extend my deepest apologies to all my amazing fans in Canada and the US, you mean the world to me and this truly breaks my heart.

"I’ve been looking forward to the energy, love, and connection we always share when we’re together.

"I promise I’ll be back, stronger and better, dancing my heart out and performing for all of you very soon, to give you the show you deserve.

"Refunds will be available at your point of purchase.

"Thank you for your love, your patience, and your understanding during this time.

"With all my love and gratitude, XoP (sic)"