Louisa Milne Home Remains in Coma Following Fall at British Showjumping Competition
British five-star event rider Louisa Milne Home remains in a coma following a serious fall at a British Showjumping competition in Aberdeenshire, with her family sharing a message of cautious optimism as the equestrian community continues to rally around her.
The incident occurred on 27 February at Bogenraith Equestrian, where the Scottish rider was warming up ahead of competition. She was taken to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary for treatment following the fall.
In an update shared via her official Facebook page, her family confirmed that Louisa has since been moved from intensive care to a neurological ward and remains in a stable condition.
“Thank you for all your support and kind messages,” the statement read.
“Louisa has been moved from ICU into the neurological ward. She remains in a coma (not medically induced), she is stable and receiving excellent care from the amazing team at Dundee.”
Doctors have diagnosed Louisa with a diffuse axonal injury across a large area of her brain, a serious form of traumatic brain injury.
Despite the severity of her condition, her family have spoken with quiet strength and hope as her recovery continues.
“We remain positive. We see small changes, and are taking each one as a sign of progress.
“Thank you for continuing to think of her and we will endeavour to keep you updated.”
Since news of the accident broke, messages of support have continued to pour in from across the equestrian world, reflecting the close-knit nature of the sport and the high regard in which Louisa is held.
Following the accident, British Showjumping also issued a statement expressing its support for Louisa and those close to her.
“Our thoughts are with Louisa, her family and friends at this time, and everyone at British Showjumping, together with the team at Bogenraith Equestrian, wish her a full and speedy recovery,” a spokesperson said.
Louisa is a respected figure within British eventing, having competed at five-star level. For many, this latest update brings both continued concern and a sense of cautious hope as her recovery journey unfolds.
