Back / lumbar spine Board decisions

The Veteran's claims for back, right knee, bilateral pes planus, and left elbow disabilities have been granted.,All issues related to these conditions were decided in favor of the Veteran.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to insufficient examination and consideration of all theories of entitlement, including secondary service connection.

The Veteran's cervical spine disorder is denied as there is no current diagnosis.,Service connection for the lumbar spine disorder due to bilateral pes planus is granted.,Service connection for right elbow disorder and left wrist disorder are remanded due to lack of VA examination.,Service connection for right wrist disorder is remanded due to lack of VA examination.,Obstructive sleep apnea secondary to service-connected coronary artery disease, hypertension, tension headaches, or bilateral pes planus is granted.

The Board has granted service connection for various musculoskeletal conditions, including lateral epicondylitis of the left elbow, left hip iliopsoas and iliotibial tendinopathy, right hip iliopsoas and iliotibial tendinopathy, metatarsalgia of the left foot, chronic ankle sprain with tendinopathy, degenerative disc disease of the cervical spine with foraminal narrowing, degenerative disc disease of the lumbar spine with foraminal narrowing, patellofemoral syndrome of both knees. The conditions are found to be at least as likely as not related to active service.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection due to incomplete development and need for additional medical opinions. The Veteran's conditions are related to his military service, but there is conflicting evidence regarding his post-service occupation.

Service connection for prostate cancer is granted under the PACT Act of 2022.,Service connection for PTSD and persistent depressive disorder is granted. The Board found that these conditions are related to service, including in-service stressors.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for cervical and lumbar spine disorders, finding that there is no evidence to support a direct relationship between these conditions and her military service.

The Board has remanded the claim for a total disability rating based on individual unemployability due to service-connected disabilities prior to August 13, 2012, as further development is needed to determine if the Veteran was unable to engage in substantially gainful employment due to his service-connected conditions.

The Board has remanded the cases for further development due to incomplete medical examinations and lack of clarity regarding the Veteran's employment history.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for a back disability, finding no current diagnosis and insufficient evidence to establish a link between his military service and any present condition.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including his back disability and loss of use of the left lower extremity, may have contributed to his right shoulder injury and amputation. The Board finds that an examination is needed to determine if he needs regular aid and attendance due to these conditions.

The Veteran's tinnitus was granted service connection as it is presumed to have been incurred during active duty.,VA examinations were not provided for the Veteran's hip, low back, and knee disabilities. The Veteran also needs a VA examination for his PTSD.

The Veteran's PFB is rated as noncompensable, and his low back strain is rated at 20 percent effective the date of claim. The appeal for a higher rating remains pending.

The Board has remanded the claims for GERD and low back disability due to insufficient medical opinions. The left and right knee disability increased rating claims are also remanded.

The Board has remanded the case due to inadequate reasoning regarding private opinions on scoliosis and its potential impact on the Veteran's back disability.

The Board has remanded the claims for GERD, lumbosacral sprain (claimed as lower back condition), and trapezius strain (resolved without residuals) due to insufficient development of evidence. The Veteran is advised that VA will make additional efforts to assist him in developing his claims, including scheduling telehealth examinations.

The Veteran's claim for special monthly compensation (SMC) based on the need for aid and attendance of another person or being housebound due to her service-connected conditions has been remanded. The VA failed to provide adequate notice regarding the scheduled VA examination, which resulted in a denial of the claim. The Board is now required to ensure that proper notification was provided and that the Veteran's address is correctly recorded.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection due to new evidence being added to the file, and the AOJ needs to review this evidence before making a decision.

Service connection is granted for right and left knee disabilities manifested by pain.,Service connection is also granted for lumbar spine degenerative arthritis.

The Veteran's service connection claims for back and neck disabilities have been granted.,The Veteran's claim for headaches remains pending and will be remanded.