Tom Lockyer, the Luton Town captain, has hailed the “heroic actions” of the people who saved his life after he suffered a cardiac arrest during a match at Bournemouth earlier this month.
The 29-year-old player in defense fell down during the 59th minute of the Premier League match at Vitality Stadium on December 16th, causing the game to be called off.
Lockyer was released from the hospital after five days, following the installation of an implantable cardioverter defibrillator.
On New Year’s Eve, the Welshman provided an update on his condition and expressed his appreciation to those who assisted him, marking his first comment on Instagram since the incident.
Lockyer shared, “I am happy to report that I am recovering well and back to feeling like myself after experiencing a cardiac arrest during my time in Bournemouth. I attribute my successful recovery to the bravery and quick actions of the players, staff, doctors, and paramedics.”
I am grateful that I experienced this while in the presence of these courageous individuals. They rescued me and I will always remember what they did for me.
Worries about Lockyer’s well-being arose when he fainted during the Championship playoff final against Coventry in May. This prompted him to undergo a procedure to fix an atrial fibrillation. However, he was back on the field at the beginning of the new season.
Lockyer selected Phil Ballett, Abbey Clark, Dean Fernee, and Adam Todhunter, as well as Dr. Craig Roberts, Dr. Mufeed Ni’man, and Bournemouth midfielder Philip Billing.
Simon Parsell, Chris Phillips, and Dr. Amos Ogunkoya were also featured in the main photo of an Instagram post with a long caption.
Lockyer expressed pride in watching his team continue fighting in his absence, after witnessing their victories against Newcastle and Sheffield United before their loss to Chelsea. He also mentioned feeling uplifted by their fighting spirit in the last three games. He plans to support the team and manager in any way possible, although the extent of his involvement will be determined after meeting with specialists in the new year.
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I cannot emphasize the significance of CPR and the need for as many individuals as possible to be trained in it. It has the potential to save lives, including my own.
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“Take a look at the British Heart Foundation’s website for fundamental information or consider enrolling in a course. You never know when this knowledge may come in handy.”
I am grateful for the overwhelming support and I want to express my gratitude for the messages, letters, gifts, and good wishes. It was truly heartwarming to see the banners and hear my name being sung at the event, and it meant a great deal to both me and my family.
I would like to express my gratitude to Bournemouth, Gary Sweet, Rob Edwards, and Luton Town for the tremendous support they have provided to my family during this difficult period.
“I wish everyone a joyful New Year and all the best for 2024.”
Source: theguardian.com
