harikeo

Lee Bell wrote:
>> I know I'll have to get checked out properly by a qualified doctor but
>> does anyone know if having half a disc removed from the lower spine will
>> stop me diving permanently? If not would you know roughly how long it will
>> take before thinking about getting back into a suit again?
>
> It certainly depends on the extent of the damage and the kind of diving you
> intend. Find a doctor that understands both your surgery and the risks of
> diving and get some educated information. All we can do is guess.
>
> Lee
>
>
Thanks Lee.

I'll be speaking to the neurosurgeon next week and will ask him about it
and take it from there. If he can't point me to someone I'll use the
doctor the local dive club recommends. I was just curious to see if
anyone had either personal experience or knew someone who had returned
to diving after their operation. It's kind of daunting having this loom
ahead of me :(