Waal v Accident Compensation Corporation [2016] NZACA 05 [pdf, 291 KB]
...taking very high dosages of pain medication. [23] From November 1993, Mr de Waal began using an exercise program to control his lower back pain, as recommended by the McKenzie Institute. This was successful. [24] In 1994, Mr de Waal moved to Auckland and found the warmer temperatures allowed the pain levels to subside. Coverage accepted for medical misadventure [25] The claim for coverage of the August 1984 misadventure, made in February 1986, had been initially declined,...