On 7/12/07 employee was walking up a slope underground while carrying a 5 gal bucket of diesel. He hit his head on the back (with hardhat on) & it caused his neck to jar. Refused tx at that time. On 5/30/08 he requested to see a doctor due to continuing & increased pain in his neck & head. Went to doctor on 6/2/08 received prescription & massage therapy. No restrictions.