Hi,

It is hard to get good medical care with back pain and a workers comp injury. It does make for double trouble.

Comp is tough. It is grouling, most times, for the injured worker. It is due process, but isn't time-friendly to your needs.

You do have a lot of homework here. Fed comp, I'm sure, is a little tougher.

Just know if you're hurt, and you can't work because of it, some day, down the road, you should be compensated for it. But until that day comes, it's no fun for you, dealing with everything.

So sorry you're having these problems. This is a great place to vent, find answers to comp issues, and most importantly, you may find help with your pain.

Take care...