Patrick v. Arkansas Oak Flooring Co.

John E. Jennings, Judge.

The claimant, Eddie Patrick, worked for Arkansas Oak Flooring Company as a ripsaw operator. On January 9, 1989, Patrick injured his shoulder. He was seen by Dr. Troy Oxner, an osteopathic physician. He was referred by Dr. Oxner to Dr. Bob Gullett and Dr. John Lytle, orthopedic surgeons. Neither could find an anatomical basis for the claimant’s pain. He was apparently also seen by Dr. Brad Mosely. In an office note dated August 7,1989, Dr. Gullett wrote:

He relates that his shoulder hurts him. He can still move it well and there is no change really from what I have seen…