Mark Roth Condition Update

Oswego, NY - 7/1/2009

PBA Hall of Famer Mark Roth continues to recover following the stroke he suffered May 31. The 35-time PBA champion was transferred Tuesday to a "sub-acute" rehab center where he will continue his battle to regain control over his.

Roth was transferred after a three-week stay in an "acute" rehab center in Syracuse, where his treatment was focused on regaining as much function as possible. Roth’s wife Denise said, “As of Monday, Mark had regained a little movement in the fingers on his left hand, and a little movement in his left arm, where there had been none. He also has been able to walk up to 100 feet with the assistance of walking devices.”

She also noted there is no long-term prognosis at this time about the level of function Mark will regain, but his doctors are hopeful because he is relatively young and athletic. “But,” she added, "it's going to be a long, slow process."

Fans wishing to send cards, letters or gifts to Roth, may mail them to: St. Luke Health Services, 299 E. River Rd., Oswego, NY 13126. Fans wishing to help may also click here to find out more about The Bowling Foundation's efforts to help Mark Roth and his family.