Pain in the backside!

It’s all about getting things done! After fear and laughter on the last day in the Dominican Republic a plan was put in place via a few frantic messages in the airport. I can’t thank my friend Annie enough for managing to sort out an appointment with a leading pain management doctor in London on the one day lay over I had before flying to Bangkok. Fortius Clinic were amazing and I managed to get an MRI, diagnosis and peace of mind all in the space of a few hours. It turns out I have a prolapsed disk, which also has a small tear in it and it’s rubbing on the T5 nerve. All sounds very complicated but with the right rest and medication it should be better in a few months. Not going to be easy whilst travelling and I doubt I’ll be able to reach my dream of being a pro surfer on my return but I’m mobile, in one piece and the anxiety drugs for the nerve system feel wonderful! Let’s hope the flight isn’t too bumpy. Here’s the MRI scan for all you nerds that have any idea what you’re looking for.