Argonaut Insurance v. Stephens

McMurray, Judge.

This is a workmen’s compensation case. It arises from alleged aggravation of a pre-existing condition. The condition is known as aseptic necrosis, that is, a deterioration of the hip joints. Weight bearing and movement creates stress upon the hips thereby resulting in aggravation of same in walking, weight lifting and *602climbing steps.

Claimant had been hospitalized in Birmingham, Alabama, for an operation in January, 1976. Upon his return to work on February 9, 1976, he was asked to obtain a release from the doctors stating he was able to go back to work. The employer received a…