The claimant sought removal from the MIG and payment of various medical benefits. Adjudicator Ferguson concluded that the claimant did not suffer chronic pain, and was therefore restricted to MIG-level benefits. The insurer, and the claimant accepted, that the Tribunal should refer to the AMA Guides in determining whether the claimant suffered chronic pain syndrome. The AMA Guides set out six factors, of which three had to be met for a diagnosis. Adjudicator Ferguson held that the claimant did not suffer at least three of the factors, and therefore did not suffer chronic pain syndrome. The claimant maintained a full time job; he returned to school after the accident; his relationship with his girlfriend was maintained; he continued to drive a vehicle; and he was independent with self-care, housekeeping, and domestic activities.
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