Jorge Lorenzo’s shoulder and foot injuries sustained in a massive highside at Laguna Seca during the qualifying session, have been confirmed after medical tests in Barcelona.
The initial diagnosis by the Clinica Mobile has proven accurate after a CAT scan done at a private clinic.
Lorenzo sustained a acromial lavicular separationto his right collarbone, plus a fractured bone in his right foot.
With the next scheduled GP race at Sachsenring in 10 days, Lorenzo is expected to ride after being given painkilling injections as in Laguna Seca.
In the meantime he will be treated with anti-inflammatory medicine and physiotherapy.
After his 3rd place at Laguna Seca, Lorenzo is just nine points behind points leader Valentino Rossi.
After the jump Lorenzo’s highside.
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