2008 US Olympic dressage rider Courtney King Dye is still in a coma after falling from a young horse that tripped while she was riding on March 3, 2010. King-Dye was apparently not wearing a helmet at the time. According to her blog on http://www.courtneykingdressage.com/ she is recovering slowly, and it's expected she will make a complete recovery, given her age, fitness level and steely willpower. Her husband Jason Dye is posting updates on her condition as well he can, considering the circumstances. I know that all About.com Horses readers join me in sending positive energy and prayers to Courtney King Dye and her family.
To encourage all riders to wear helmets, Julie Goodnight's sponsor Troxel is offering free shipping on all helmets ordered before March 31, 2010. You can order at http://tinyurl.com/yh8nzxx or 1-800-225-8827. If you don't wear a helmet, or it's time for a new one (helmets should be replaced every 2-3 years, according to the manufacture's recommendations), please look into this offer or head to your nearest tack store. Many people think they're good enough riders to avoid a fall, or that 'it's my head, so it's my choice'. Nothing could be further from the truth. There is always an element or risk when working around or riding/driving horses. Nothing can protect you from every injury, but please protect your head, and your family's hearts and futures by wearing a helmet.
Courtney King Dye Still in Coma But Making Progress After Fall From Horse originally appeared on About.com Horses on Monday, March 15th, 2010 at 10:22:58.
