Rebecca Howard continues to slowly heal reported Sinead Halpin. She is experiencing the expected pain and discomfort from breaking multiple ribs and both collarbones in a fall at the Pine Top Horse Trials (Ga.), but she’s been able to leave her bed and traverse the hallways daily.

Howard is currently located in the trauma ward at the Carolinas Medical Center (N.C.). Her anesthesia team plans to remove her epidural today, March 5, but they may need to start another depending on her pain level.  

Howard appreciates all the support and encouragement she has received. Her mother Mary wrote, “We returned to the [the hospital] with two full carts of flowers in tow. The staff could not believe this was all for a single individual!”

Continuing updates on Howard’s condition may be found on Sinead Halpin’s blog.

Dr. And Mrs. Richard Byyny have released the following statement on the progress of their daughter Jan Byyny, who was also injured in a fall at Pine Top.

“Jan had a serious fall at [Pine Top] Horse Trials on February 28, was unconscious for about two minutes and suffered multiple contusions and a fractured right forearm. She was transported to the hospital in Augusta [Ga.] for evaluation and care. She is still hospitalized, but is stable, alert, oriented and walking.

“Many have been concerned about Jan, and she greatly appreciates all of your thoughts and prayers. We will try to keep you informed about her progress as things develop. She knows many of you care about her and wish her the best, and we all thank you for your concern and support. 

“Cards can be sent to Surefire Farm, 20490 St. Louis Rd., Purcellville, VA 20132, and we’ll make sure she gets them.”