Massage and chiropractic benefits awarded for chronic pain; claim for MRS 2000 machine dismissed.
The Applicant was injured in a motor vehicle accident and sought statutory accident benefits for massage therapy, chiropractic care, and a magnetic resonance stimulation machine (MRS 2000).
The Insurer denied the claims.
The Arbitrator found the Applicant to be highly credible and motivated, and concluded that the massage therapy and chiropractic care were reasonable and necessary to support her active rehabilitation and pain management goals.
The claim for the MRS 2000 was dismissed as its cost was not reasonable given the minor degree of success and lack of supporting evidence.
Interest was awarded on the overdue benefits.
OFSCDRSOntario Financial Services Commission - Dispute Resolution ServicesFeb 3, 2012
