Mike Metzger Injury Update


Temecula, CA 7/18/11 – Official Press
Release - On Saturday July 16th while riding at his home training
facility, Freestyle Motocross professional Mike Metzger known
worldwide as the “Godfather of Freestyle Motocross” suffered a
crash. Mike was transferred to a trauma care facility and in now in
excellent care.


The family and Mike are very gracious
for everyone’s support and curiosity, but there have been a ton of
rumors and false stories circulating the internet. “I was feeling
good so I wanted to get a few jumps in to get ready for X Games. I
missed a seat grab is all. Just a little mistake. Thanks to
everyone for the positive thoughts” Mike Metzger. At the family’s
request and the requirements of the hospital there are no visitors
permitted, repetitive phone calls to the hospital are an aggravation
to the staff as well.


The facts of Mike’s current condition
are that he remains in stable condition is fully aware and coherent
and is making improvements daily. There are no signs of paralysis
and he has movement of all his extremities. There are currently no
surgeries on schedule and Mike’s body is working hard to repair
itself. Dr. Chao and Dr. Nelson from Oasis Sports Medical Group are
also looking in after him as they have done work on Mike in the past.


The Athlete Recovery Fund (ARF) is on
location with Mike and his family and is making arrangements to
assist with the financial burden of this injury and the upcoming
rehabilitation. While ARF is not the end all solution to insurance
and definitely not a replacement for insurance the experience of our
nonprofit has earned us an education of how to work with hospitals,
doctors and physical therapists. Bottom line ARF will help Mike so
he can return to his bike stronger than before. Donations can be
made to support this 501(c)3 Charity at www.athleterecoveryfund.com.


Mission Statement:


To
provide professional athletes in BMX, FMX and Skateboarding with
financial support after a severe injury and granting funds for
rehabilitation, equipment, long-term disability and educational
scholarships





Please
direct any media inquiries to info@athleterecoveryfund.com





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