Chick Ross update

racerhead · 08-17-2007, 02:26 PM

Div. 1 SG and TS racer Chick Ross, recovering from burns sustained at Atco Raceway in March, suffered a setback this week. Scar tissue in his air passage became inflamed and was blocking 90 percent of his breathing. He was sent to Boston Medical Center and underwent surgery today, friday August 17. He is currently breathing through a traich tube and fears of vocal chord damage seem relieved for now. Chick is in good spirits and communicating through head nods and a message board...not sure if it's censored!

His wife Janet said they are greatly relieved and comfortable after a few tough days. She said their children have been a great help and they're doing ok. She also said it's ok to call as long as people understand she may not be able to talk sometimes, and sends thanks to all.

Bruce Deveau

frank v · 08-18-2007, 08:11 PM

has Chick been in the hospital this whole time or was he home when this happened?

racerhead · 08-18-2007, 11:06 PM

Chick has been home for several months, making progress. It's been expected that full recovery would take a year. There have been some bumps in the road, some blood clot issues, and he's been limited in his mobility. This setback was not expected, but it looks like he's back on track.

Keep the calls and letters and visits coming...they really help. His biggest enemy is boredom.

racerhead · 08-22-2007, 09:55 AM

Chick is now back at home and resting. He's able to talk, but only for short periods of time. Looks like his recovery is back on track...good news.

Bruce Deveau

08-17-2007, 02:26 PM	#1
racerhead Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 187 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Chick Ross update Div. 1 SG and TS racer Chick Ross, recovering from burns sustained at Atco Raceway in March, suffered a setback this week. Scar tissue in his air passage became inflamed and was blocking 90 percent of his breathing. He was sent to Boston Medical Center and underwent surgery today, friday August 17. He is currently breathing through a traich tube and fears of vocal chord damage seem relieved for now. Chick is in good spirits and communicating through head nods and a message board...not sure if it's censored! His wife Janet said they are greatly relieved and comfortable after a few tough days. She said their children have been a great help and they're doing ok. She also said it's ok to call as long as people understand she may not be able to talk sometimes, and sends thanks to all. Bruce Deveau Last edited by racerhead; 08-17-2007 at 02:27 PM. Reason: forgot to sign

08-18-2007, 08:11 PM	#2
frank v Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: ny Posts: 286 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Chick Ross update has Chick been in the hospital this whole time or was he home when this happened?

08-18-2007, 11:06 PM	#3
racerhead Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 187 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Chick Ross update Chick has been home for several months, making progress. It's been expected that full recovery would take a year. There have been some bumps in the road, some blood clot issues, and he's been limited in his mobility. This setback was not expected, but it looks like he's back on track. Keep the calls and letters and visits coming...they really help. His biggest enemy is boredom.

08-22-2007, 09:55 AM	#4
racerhead Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 187 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Chick Ross update Chick is now back at home and resting. He's able to talk, but only for short periods of time. Looks like his recovery is back on track...good news. Bruce Deveau