Laborer wakes up with back pain the day after shoveling 2000 pounds, and wins benefits

by Admin 24. September 2011 19:33

11 IWCC 796

Award: 19(b) medical treatment and TTD awarded.

AccidentPetitioner testified that he had shoveled approximately 2000 pounds of fertilizer when he began to notice pain and numbness in his right leg. Petitioner told his co-employee of his pain complaints and finished his shift.  Next day woke up with back pain and R leg numb.

Injury:  L4-L5 disc herniation and lumbar microdiskectomy

  Restrictions:  No lifting more than 25 pounds and wear a brace

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19(b) Benefits Awarded