Argonaut Insurance v. Mageske

Employer seeks review of a Workers’ Compensation Board order affirming the referee and holding that claimant’s left thoracic outlet syndrome is compensable. On de novo review, we affirm.1

Claimant was employed by Ruth Ashbrook Bakery as a wrapping machine operator. On August 21 and 27,1984, she sought treatment from Dr. Stiger for pain in her chest and arm. Stiger noted that she was experiencing “another episode of chest pain [and] pain down (L) arm.” He also noted that this was a “work associated and aggravated condition.” On August 28,1984, claimant filed a claim with employer, reporting…