‘Opening her eyes’: Health update on jockey Chelsey Reynolds after catastrophic training fall
The Racing SA community have released new health updates on jockey Chelsey Reynolds after her horror fall at a private tack on the Fleurieu Peninsula.
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South Australia’s promising apprentice jockey Chelsey Reynolds has started opening her eyes after being put into an induced coma following a serious riding accident.
Racing SA updated their community on Friday morning on the condition of the 28-year-old horse rider.
“Chelsey remains in intensive care at the Flinders Medical Centre where she is being treated for a serious head injury,” they posted on their Facebook page.
“Her sedation levels are being reduced and she is opening her eyes, but is not yet responding.
“Chelsey’s family have told us that her recovery is going to be long and slow, but she will continue to have all the care and love she needs.”
The racing body also reminded everyone their priority of ensuring privacy for the Reynolds’ family and friends “during this tough time”.
Meanwhile, commenters under the post have sent their best wishes and a speedy recovery.
Jennifer Kay Evans wrote: “Hang in there warrior princess you can do this”.
Trace Cox said: “One day at a time Chelsey️. We’re all here for you, sending love to you and your family.”
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onia Marie said she believes Ms Reynolds can beat this health battle.
“Hang in there Chels I know you can do it, fight like you’ve never had to before,” she commented.
Ms Reynolds was injured in a freak fall while working on an uphill sand gallop on a private track on the Fleurieu Peninsula on February 13.
She was rushed to Flinders Medical Centre with critical injuries to her head.
Recently, Ms Reynolds underwent a delicate brain surgery to relieve the pressure in her head.
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