I believe Ashley too. Especially after her interview; she's not a good enough actress to fake that emotion. She's never bailed on a competition (I think), and I know how foot/ankle wounds can suck. They take forever to heal especially if you have to wear boots/cleats/toe shoes.
If people claim she is faking, then they are trolling for publicity (Mr. Weir, I'm lookin' at you).
And skating is hard on the body- I think Tara Lipinski had hip replacement surgery a few years back.
I miss the days of spirals and spins as well.