Question 1

why is treatment different with workmans comp then if i would of just used my health insurance?

Accepted Answer

It isn't : What is allowed differs according to what the reviewing entites allow.  So it happens when people other than doctors determine what is the appropriate next step.

Question 2

could thoracic outlet syndrome be covered under workmans comp?

Accepted Answer

You bet!: Many tos cases occur associated with on the job injuries.  I have seen problems after motor vehicle accidents, lifting issues, repetitive overhead activities, and a variety of traumatic impacts.  However, inclusion rules for worker's comp varies from state to state.  Check locally with the state offices.

Question 3

what is the explanation of these mri results? i have a work related injury that is being followed (and i use that term very loosely) by a workman's comp case worker.  my case worker sent me to an urgent care center.  they ordered an mri.

findings:  "at

Accepted Answer

This : This means that there is a mild protrusion of the disc between the 4th and 5th lumbar vertebrae in your back, that is touching the sac that contains the spinal nerves, but does not appear to be pinching or compressing the nerves as they exit the spine.

Question 4

i have had constant lower back pain but can't afford time off work to see anyone. should i just file workmans comp?

Accepted Answer

Only if job injury: A claim can be filed if there was a job related injury as the source of your back pain.  You ahould check with your state's worker compensation board or an attorney who specializes in this area for further information about such a claim.

Question 5

i'm having a lot of back problems and its a workman comp case and i feel
like i'm not getting the best possible medical treatment possible they have tried eperdual's not helped they have tired pain meds norco 7.5 they don't help what do i need to do get s

Accepted Answer

Chronic back pain: Pain is a challenging thing to manage.  Establishing a goal for pain relief is a start.  Depending on what is the underlying cause of the pain, if the injections did not help, surgery may be an option.  Chronic opioid therapy, with combinations of short acting and long acting meds is an option as well.  Lastly, which ever treatment modality is chosen, you should also entertain the mental toll.

Question 6

tingling in legs and tailbone? i had an fall injury 2 years ago and workman's comp. left me on meds and i am undergoing drs system treatments

Accepted Answer

Nerve entrapment: Have you had an EMG or MRI of lower spine to see if there is any nerve entrapment?

Question 7

i had a cardiac reaction to oral steriods.i injured my neck and workmans comp.is trying to push cortisone shots.could i have a allergic reaction?

Accepted Answer

Cardiac reaction: Sorry to hear about your problems. Need more details about what you mean by reaction. Rare to be allergic too steroids. Discuss with your Dr.

Question 8

ankle injury over 1year ago workmans comp injury  xray and mri done told was sprained. has hurt every day since and getting worse could it still be a sprain?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but unusual: for simple sprain to cause persistent pain for this long.  You should be seen by an orthopedic surgeon for accurate diagnosis and specific treatment.

Question 9

does knee joint replacement qualify for workmans comp?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes: It really depends on whether there was a specific injury that caused the knee arthritis or flareup of underlying arthritis. In most cases, it isn't a great idea to claim a knee replacement needs to be done under the workers compensation carrier and place that kind of burden on your employer. That's is what medical insurance is for.

Question 10

i  suffered a c4 c5 c5 c6 and t7 t8 disc protrusion. the workmans comp dr is instant that a protrusion and a strain are the same. is this accurate?

Accepted Answer

No: A strain is related to muscle or connective tissue. A disc protrusion is secondary to arthritis or a herniation.

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Why is treatment different with workmans comp then if i would of just used my health insurance?

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Could thoracic outlet syndrome be covered under workmans comp?

A member asked:

What is the explanation of these mri results? i have a work related injury that is being followed (and i use that term very loosely) by a workman's comp case worker. my case worker sent me to an urgent care center. they ordered an mri. findings: "at

A member asked:

I have had constant lower back pain but can't afford time off work to see anyone. should i just file workmans comp?

A member asked:

I'm having a lot of back problems and its a workman comp case and i feel like i'm not getting the best possible medical treatment possible they have tried eperdual's not helped they have tired pain meds norco 7.5 they don't help what do i need to do get s

A member asked:

Tingling in legs and tailbone? i had an fall injury 2 years ago and workman's comp. left me on meds and i am undergoing drs system treatments

A member asked:

I had a cardiac reaction to oral steriods.i injured my neck and workmans comp.is trying to push cortisone shots.could i have a allergic reaction?

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Ankle injury over 1year ago workmans comp injury xray and mri done told was sprained. has hurt every day since and getting worse could it still be a sprain?

A member asked:

Does knee joint replacement qualify for workmans comp?

A member asked:

I suffered a c4 c5 c5 c6 and t7 t8 disc protrusion. the workmans comp dr is instant that a protrusion and a strain are the same. is this accurate?

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