Unfortunately, in April, my back went again - a recurring problem, but unfortunately one that seemed to be happening more frequently. When it didn’t recover as quickly as usual, it was time to see a specialist. X-rays and MRI’s later revealed a slipped disk from years ago, that was now completely dead and impinging on a nerve. I booked the op to take out the dead disk, put in a spacer, and bolt two bits together and was in hospital for two nights. Unfortunately, a complication (leaking spinal fluid) meant I had to go back in – but I am pleased to say Singapore hospitals are good, insurance paid (over $70000), and my back is doing well! If you want to see what I had done, you can watch this video! http://www.spinehealth.com/video/spine-fusion-surgery-video .
It worked - in July I was kayaking for a full day, horseback riding, and did the longest zip-line over water in the world!
I did end up back in hospital in October 2016 though - a kidney stone blocking entry into my kidney! All sorted now - Singapore does have a great healthcare system, and my job comes with good health insurance.
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