Andy Crashed on his Bike Wednesdeay

[R90srider]

I just got a call from Tommy Crawford saying that Andy crashed his bike on Sicard Hollow Road last Wednesday morning while on the way to work . He has a compound fracture (femur), multiple fractures in his spine and he suffered a concussion. Thankfully, he is not paralyzed. Some cyclists, one of which is a medic, stopped to help. He is at UAB. Phone # 996-9219. If I get more information when I talk to Glen, I'll update this post. Also, Kathy will call his wife to find out what we can do to help.

[R90srider]

Kathy talked to Andy's wife, Emily. She said Andy is in a lot of pain and expects to be in hospital for three weeks.

[Gator]

Thoughts and prayers for a full recovery from Wanda and me.

Gator

[bikertaz]

Pass our thoughts and prayers to Andy too.

[BamaBiker]

I talked with Glen today. They've inserted a rod in Andy's fractured leg. Glen said that Andy didn't mention being in as much pain, and was starting to talk about how sore he was. I think that's a good sign. Glen also said that Andy may be moving to a different room soon, possibly beginning some rehab.

Thoughts and Prayers for Andy are still appreciated!

[Vance]

thanks for the report Jack. Sounds like he took a really nasty spill....and that will make you really sore...ask me how I know! Hope he is on the mend soon!

[R90srider]

Thanks for the your update Jack. A compound fracture of a femur would definitely make me sore.

It's good news that he may be moving to another room and may be ready to start rehab.

[cpannarbor]

Has anyone heard anything further about Andy? Is he still in the hospital?

[R90srider]

Not many new details. He is still in hospital. A neighbor told Kathy that he wasn't wearing his protective gear and has serious road rash. I was very surprised to hear that, because every time I have seen Andy riding his bike, he is wearing his gear. I'm planning to go the his and Glen's shop tomorrow and will get more information.

[Vance]

thanks bob please update his with any news!