Depression treatment denied

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Bummer Knees Wrote:Cap, That was a good point on the physical therapist. After they yank and pull then write down a number that says you can do something when you can't do it on your own.

I think all of us deal with this.

My numbers aren't that much different of what I can do on my own and the yank & pull numbers the therapist gets. Don't know why.

I would not lump them all into this category as my experience has been much different. The Physical Therapists have never yanked or pulled anything to get better numbers. Their evaluations have strictly reflected my ability to function on my own. Their treatment on the other hand has on occasion involved some extra movement. Even then they have been cognizant and respectful of my pain and ability to tolerate.

I know that some have had different experiences and I am not doubting them. I just feel that in all fairness we should not lump all therapists or doctors for that matter into the same category. There are good and fair ones out there.

As for the issue of depression it is very common and medically recognized in chronic pain patients. It is not necessarily viewed the same as other causes might be. The mental effects of chronic pain can be debilitating in and of themselves, they can also hinder the recovery process of the injury. If the depression is due to the constant pain I would definitely appeal the situation and seek treatment.