Former professional snowboarder Mike Jacoby was seriously injured earlier this week (July 7, 2010) while reportedly mountain biking alone in the Post Canyon Trails area west of the town of Hood River, Oregon. Jacoby apparently went over the bars and was found unconscious at 10pm.
After being seen by doctors at a local Jacoby was immediately flown to Oregon Health & Science University hospital in Portland where he is currently (8:00 AM PST Sunday, July 11, 2010) in the intensive care unit.
In a Thursday night (July 8, 2010) facebook post Jacoby’s father Marshall Jacoby said: “Mike is doing a lot better. He has some movement responding to stimulus etc. Vitals signs are normal. He has a concussion and a broken jaw. Not opening his eyes as yet. Please do not call the ICU. They need to do their job. . . Thanks for all of your concern and prayers.”
Today (July 10, 2010) at 12:30 PM Jacoby’s sister Adeena Jacoby Mcburney posted the following on facebook: “Mike opened his eyes since last night. Lights are on. He is controlling his own brain waves. MRI to come. Getting out of ICU Moving to [different ICU] room with light. Joker is strong. Pray for a positive MRI.”
On Sunday evening (July 11, 2010) Adeena Jacoby Mcburney posted the following update: “Mike had another progressive day. Yeah! He opened those blue eyes and moved both hands on command. All but one assist tube removed. Neuro surgeon is pleased with recovery so far. Waiting for Mike to cough on command. Feeling thankful.”
Tuesday evening (July 13, 2010) Adeena Jacoby Mcburney posted another update: “One day closer to recovery another day of healing, Mike. Dad says eyes at half-mast. Lifted hips on command. Drs talking about surgery on broken jaw soon. I enjoy the company of comments of all Mike’s friends. Mom said Dad looks hansdome on the news.”
Thursday at noon (July 15, 2010) Adenna Jacoby Mcburney had the following update: “Update! Mom was so high from being with Mike I couldn’t possibly list everything she told me about Mike’s day. He muttered ” I love you.” Denise (thanks so much!) printed 16 pages of your posts and read them to Mike. His eyes were open while she read and were enjoyed. When he can cough, Mike will be moved into another ward and visits can commence! Denise is helping manage the list. I will post tonight about today.”
Friends have been leaving messages for Mike on his facebook page. Our thoughts are with Mike and his family. We will keep this story updated as more information becomes available.
Mike Jacoby on his downhill bike. Photo: Tim Zimmerman
Jacoby was an important rider in the history of snowboarding and obviously I wish him my best
Get better Joker! We are pulling for you.
The Joker will ride again!
Still our friend after so many years. Sharon and I have you in our prayers.
Stoked to hear Mike is getting better, my thoughts are there for a full recovery.
Mike, you are a strong fighter, we know you will come back fighting! Don, Trudi, Kelly and Lauren.
Now I know why you have not been returning my calls, jk . Mike’s a hard charger at everything he does and I have no doubt in my mind that he will be out there shredding again real soon. To a speady recovery my friend.
Watching the sunset from kite beach thinking of you mike! Can’t wait til we can kite together back in the hood! Soon my friend, til then I’ll play hard and burn some turns for u. Jesse, finn and I r sending u r love and strength!
Sending my love and knowing you’ll recover in the blink of an eye. Can’t wait to see you on one of our coasts!
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