This is my first time posting. I have a big problem that I hope someone can help me with. My RSD started in my left hand but just recently spread to my foot. I've been able to work full time with no issues with the RSD only being in my hand and no-one really noticed that I really only used my hand to type (and a lot of times I can't even do that). I did a good job of hiding the pain and doing my job well. Since it spread to my foot, I can barely walk. I've been using a cane and basically putting all my weight on the cane instead of my foot. I did ask my employer to allow me to use a space heater because my foot was aching so much from the cold. They offered on their own to allow me to park in the handicapped spot close to the building so that I didn't have to walk as far. My dr. wrote me out of work for about 3 weeks but he cleared me to return even though nothing really changed.

Well, on Thursday this past week, I was called to the director of operations' office and my direct boss joined us. They told me they don't think I should be working in my condition. They said they're concerned about my health and want me to go to the dr. and have him write me out of work. They kept assuring me that I still have my job, but they sent me home until I see the dr. I don't buy it. I know they saw me limping around and now they see me as a liability. They have to tell me that I have my job because they know I could sue them for firing me for medical reasons. I did as asked and made an appt. with my dr. for Monday morning, but I don't know if I should ask him to write me out or not. I'm sure they know all the laws and know exactly how to get rid of me legally. I, on the other hand, have no idea of how to keep my job.

If they let me go because I'm out of work too long, I doubt anyone will hire me when I walk (limp) in with a cane. I'll have to explain why I'm limping and why I can't really use my hand either. I'm only 32 and I can't afford to be out of work so soon. I need to keep this job or, if I can't, I need to sue them for all they're worth. Can anyone steer me in the right direction? Does anyone know the laws for keeping my job while out on medical leave and collecting TDI? I don't know what to do here and the stress is just making the pain worse. Please help!