Sal Cusimano Road To Recovery

Anyone who knows Sal knows that his passion for riding began at a very young age. Over the years, this sport has not only brought him countless incredible experiences, but it’s also led to some of his most precious family memories and cherished friendships.

Unfortunately, on Saturday, October 4th, during a race at Raceway Park in Englishtown, NJ, Sal was involved in a serious accident. He sustained a fractured and displaced T12 vertebra, which caused significant damage to his spinal cord, leaving him paralyzed from the waist down. In addition, he suffered a severe break to his right wrist.

Sal has already undergone two major surgeries at Robert Wood Johnson Hospital: a spinal fusion and decompression procedure, and a second surgery to reset and stabilize his wrist using 10 inch metal plates. While the surgeries were successful, the journey ahead is long and challenging.

The next crucial step in Sal’s recovery is intensive rehabilitation. Early and specialized therapy can make a tremendous difference in the long-term outcome of spinal cord injuries. Sal’s family is doing everything they can to get him admitted to one of the top rehabilitation centers in the country—but insurance will only cover a portion of the cost.

This is where we, as Sal’s community, can help. We’ve created this GoFundMe page to help raise the funds needed to give Sal the best possible shot at regaining mobility and independence. Every donation, no matter the size, will go directly toward his rehabilitation, medical expenses, and ongoing care.

Thank you for your support, encouragement, and generosity during this incredibly difficult time.