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This case concerns an applicant's entitlement to a mattress as part of workers' compensation medical treatment for industrial back and psyche injuries. The defendant sought reconsideration of an award granting a mattress, arguing the applicant failed to prove its necessity. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, reversing the award. The Board found that while non-medical devices can be awarded, the applicant presented insufficient evidence showing a mattress was reasonably required to cure or relieve his injury, citing a lack of supporting medical reports and studies.
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This case concerns an applicant's entitlement to a mattress as part of workers' compensation medical treatment for industrial back and psyche injuries. The defendant sought reconsideration of an award granting a mattress, arguing the applicant failed to prove its necessity. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, reversing the award. The Board found that while non-medical devices can be awarded, the applicant presented insufficient evidence showing a mattress was reasonably required to cure or relieve his injury, citing a lack of supporting medical reports and studies.
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