Alexa Ray Joel Is Recovering After Collapsing On Stage During Concert

Alexa Ray Joel has released a statement after collapsing on stage during a sold-out concert.

On Saturday, Joel was playing to packed house at the Cafe Carlyle in NYC, when she lost consciousness on stage.

"I wanted to thank everyone for coming out to support me," Joel said in an April 14 statement to PEOPLE Magazine. "I was excited and determined to fulfill my final performance and I really wanted to end my run with a bang, but this was not what I had in mind and hope I have the opportunity to make it up to the wonderful audience very soon. Thanks for all the concern."

After falling to the floor, Joel was rushed to the emergency room at the New York Presbyterian Hospital, where she was diagnosed with vasovagal syncope, a condition that blocks blood from flowing to the brain.

According to Joel's rep, she hadn't been feeling well in the hours leading up to the concert, but didn't want to cancel on her fans.

"Ms. Joel was taken ill earlier in the afternoon and announced from stage that she pulled out her back and neck, but wanted the show to go on," the rep explained.

Vasovagal syncope is said to be common in young adults and does not require treatment. As for what may have led to the issue, there are several possibilities, including stress, hunger, dehydration, lack of sleep and severe menstural cramps.