Foot (incl. plantar fasciitis, flat feet) decisions — 2002

The veteran's bilateral pes planus is not entitled to an increased rating, and his bilateral knee disability was not incurred or aggravated by service.

The veteran is entitled to a 30 percent evaluation for plantar fasciitis with tendonitis and calcaneal spur of the left foot for the period from February 1, 1999, to May 19, 2000.

The Board denied the veteran's claim for service connection for bilateral pes planus, finding that his preexisting condition did not worsen during military service.

The Board found that the veteran's bilateral pes planus clearly and unmistakably preexisted service, and there was no evidence of permanent increase in disability during service. Therefore, the claim for service connection is denied.