Steeves on fast track to recovery

From Vicious Cycle Kawasaki

HALIFAX, NS -- After sustaining several injuries in a freak accident during round 4 of the Atlantic Roadracing League that included a broken neck at C6, and a fractured shoulder, Vicious Cycle Kawasaki Rider Terry Steeves is recovering well and quicker than expected.

Steeves reports that he is pain free and working hard on his recovery; doctors feel the bones will heal strongly with no lasting effects. Doctors initially prescribed a neck brace for up to six months, but almost two months into his recovery they feel with his current progress it could come off as soon as early December. Steeves' doctors expect him to make a full and complete recovery, and will continue to assess his progress weekly.

Steeves is currently attending physiotherapy and easing back into training. The staff and trainers at Slim Gym's in Halifax have done everything they can to get him back into the gym, and regaining strength lost in his arm due to some minor nerve damage. Early results are encouraging.

“Everyone is helping me out so much, it’s awesome," Steeves said. "I’m stronger every day thanks to the support from my friends, fans and sponsors.”

Steeves attributes his rapid recovery in large part to his dedicated trainers at Slim Gym's in Halifax. Credit also goes to the expert and caring staff at the Queen Elizabeth II hospital.

“I feel like I’ve had a team of doctors following me since the beginning," he added. "They have always gone the extra mile to make sure we understand the nature of the injuries and exactly where I’m at in the recovery process.”

Despite his injuries, Steeves is in good spirits and attended the final round of the Atlantic Championship, at Atlantic Motorsports Park in Shubenacadie, NS. Though he missed being on the bike and racing, he enjoyed watching and catching up with everyone. He is already talking about the 2010 season, and looking forward to getting back on track.

Steeves extends his sincere thanks to all the great staff and doctors and now friends at the QEII for their help and care through all this. He would also like to thank all his friends and fans for all the cards, calls emails and best wishes. A special thanks of course to his fiancé Nicole for her support and understanding.