[Icemaster]

Depends on how the group policy is written. Some say that you can't make a claim on a pre-existing condition (which this is) until you've been there a year. Others dont care and will treat it as long as its not "elective".

Coming from a former hockey player with my fair share of injuries (wanna see my scars!?!?!?!?!?!?), I wouldnt play. But that's just me. IMHO, it's like climbing up a tree that you know half sawn through. Just get it fixed - short term discomfort, long term results.