It just occurred to me. I would have more then likely be working pain-free for quite some time if I hadn't gone the workers' comp route a year and a half ago. If I had kept my mouth shut and used my money to go to specialists and therapists, I would have more than likely gotten the care I needed to get over stupid tendonitis. And I'd have more income and a life. I understand the system has been taken advantage of, but now I think its so stingy and unsympathetic that help is often too little too late. I am sorry for the rant. I'm just so mad!!!!