News 27 Jan 2012

Canard's back surgery a success following Los Angeles injuries

American Honda has released further information on Team Honda Muscle Milk rider Trey Canard, who sustained a back injury at Dodger Stadium.

Trey Canard underwent surgery to stabilise his back injuries, suffered in LA last weekend. Image: Simon Cudby.

American Honda has released further information on Team Honda Muscle Milk rider Trey Canard, who sustained a back injury at Saturday’s AMA Supercross event at Dodger Stadium.

Canard underwent surgery Tuesday night according to the update from Honda, the purpose of the procedure to stabilise the injured area.

“The surgery went exactly as planned,” explained Trey’s brother, Aaron. “He is still in some pain and discomfort but is able to deal with it better and better.

“He is staying positive and his spirits are up, which is great to see. Depending on how the next few days go, the doctors are hoping Canard can be released to go home by the end of the weekend.”

American Honda will release additional news on Canard’s condition at the family request.

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