Quick example and good reminder of the importance of telling your doctor about your problems.
While in a Social Security Disability hearing recently the Judge was asking the claimant to explain his problems.
The claimant said that his leg would swell after walking for a while and he had to sit down and elevate it.
The person had explained this to his doctor several times and it showed up in his records that he needed to elevate his leg to deal with the swelling.
This was enough for the Judge to rule in his favor and he won his case.
Your testimony at the hearing is important because it allows the Judge to see you and have you explain your daily activities, however it must be backed up with your medical records detailing your complaints, restrictions and limitations.
You never know when what you tell your doctor months earlier will help you win your disability case.
Questions about Social Security Disability. Call for a free appointment with Illinois Social Security Disability Attorney Dirk May at 309-827-4371.