The evidence supports his contention that his shoulder problems all arose from the incident of February 4, 1992. His continued use of medications in all activities strongly suggest that his condition never stabilized or resolved, and was a continuous process from the initial date of injury to the surgery. The mere possibility of exacerbating events in the form of work, without proof, is insufficient to offset the claimant's testimony. Dr. Ciongoli's opinion, coming over three years after the initial injury and two years after the corrective surgery, and based solely on one examination, does not warrant a contrary finding. The claimant is also entitled to permanent partial disability compensation to be determined at a later date.
Medical benefits are also to be paid.
The claimant is not entitled to an award of attorney's fees or costs. Therefore, no award will be made.