Thomas Ong, 57, slips & fractures ankle 10 days into 45-day Japan trip after photographing waterfall
He will let his ankle heal by itself instead of having surgery.
Singaporean actor Thomas Ong's 45-day Japan trip was abruptly ended when he suffered a serious ankle injury while photographing a waterfall. The accident happened only about a week into the journey, during which he had been exploring more secluded parts of the country. Ong initially dismissed the pain as a regular sprain, but upon experiencing worsening discomfort, he underwent an X-ray that revealed a fractured right ankle.
Following the diagnosis, Ong was presented with two treatment alternatives by his physician. One option involved undergoing surgery to implant a metal plate to stabilize the fracture, with a recovery period of approximately two weeks. The other choice was to allow the bone to heal naturally, which was projected to take around six weeks. Ong opted for the latter option, recognizing the importance of a more extended healing process.
In his Facebook post, Ong humorously commented on his predicament, noting that his souvenirs from Japan would be his crutches. Despite this setback, Ong expressed gratitude for the timing of his injury and recovery, as it would enable him to fulfill his original plan of leading a tour group to Europe in December. During his recuperation, Ong, who lives alone, will be staying with his family.
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