Michael Atta, appellees' company physician, whose examination revealed tenderness along the left paralumbar musculature with mild muscle spasms noted. On October 1, 2004, appellant was examined by Dr. Appellant had no history of prior back problems or back injuries. An MRI performed on August 20, 2004, revealed diffuse degenerative changes throughout appellant's lumbar spine and a foraminal disc herniation at L5-S1. Appellant was examined by his family physician, Dr. We agree that there is a lack of substantial evidence to support the Commission's decision therefore, we reverse and remand.Īppellant sustained an admittedly compensable back injury on August 16, 2004, while attempting to load a boat onto a trailer. On appeal, appellant contends that the Commission's opinion is not supported by substantial evidence that the Commission mischaracterized critical evidence and that the Commission unlawfully required appellant to prove the continuation of his healing period with objective evidence. Ryburn, Little Rock, AR, for appellees.Īppellant appeals the Commission's order that reversed the order of the administrative law judge (ALJ) and found that appellant had failed to prove that he is entitled to additional temporary total disability benefits. Lane, Muse, Arman & Pullen, by: Shannon Muse Carroll, Hot Springs, AR, for appellant. XPRESS BOATS & BACKTRACK TRAILERS and Wausau Underwriters, Appellees.

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