Foot (incl. plantar fasciitis, flat feet) decisions — 2014

The Veteran is seeking an increased rating for her service-connected bilateral pes planus and bilateral foot strain, as well as separate ratings for plantar fasciitis. The case has been remanded to obtain additional medical records, arrange for a VA examination of the Veteran's feet, and determine whether the Veteran is entitled to additional compensation or separate ratings.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for epididymitis and bilateral plantar corns and left foot neuroma are being remanded due to incomplete records and the need for additional medical examinations.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for bilateral pes planus is remanded due to the need for additional examination and evidence.

The Veteran withdrew his appeal for the issues of entitlement to a compensable evaluation for chondromalacia of the left knee, a compensable evaluation for old trauma distal of the left clavicle of the left shoulder, a compensable evaluation for C6-7 radiculopathy on the left, a compensable evaluation for C6/7 radiculopathy on the right, a compensable evaluation for osteoarthritic changes of lumbosacral spine, and a compensable evaluation for pes planus deformity and posterior calcaneal spur.

The Veteran's bilateral pes planus was not incurred in or aggravated by active duty. The Veteran currently does not have a left foot condition other than pes planus.

The Board has reopened the claim of service connection for a low back disability and granted service connection. The right foot disability was also found to be incurred in service.

The Board has remanded the case for additional development due to missing SSA records and other reasons.

The Board has determined that a 10 percent disability rating is warranted for the Veteran's service-connected plantar callus, left foot, as it measures up to 2 cm in diameter and causes intermittent pain upon walking.

The Veteran's bilateral pes planus with plantar fasciitis has been rated as 10 percent disabling throughout the initial rating period, based on moderate impairment.

The Veteran's appeal has been withdrawn, and the case is dismissed.

The Board has granted service connection for the Veteran's bilateral foot disabilities (hallux valgus and pes planus) as they are presumed to have existed prior to his entry into active military service.

The Veteran's bilateral plantar fasciitis was rated at 30 percent since November 9, 2011. The symptoms included marked deformity, accentuated pain on manipulation and use, and indication of swelling on use.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings for plantar fasciitis of the right and left feet, as well as her TDIU claim, are being remanded due to incomplete medical examinations and a need for further development.

The Veteran's combined rating due to service-connected disabilities is 70%, which meets the criteria for a TDIU. However, his unemployability is not due to his service-connected conditions but rather to nonservice-connected cognitive dysfunction and retirement from two careers.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims of service connection for residuals of a fracture of the right foot and bilateral plantar fasciitis, finding that there was no evidence to support these conditions.

The Veteran's appeal has been withdrawn, and the case is dismissed.

The Board has decided to remand the case for additional development, including obtaining medical opinions and records.

The Veteran's bilateral pes planus with hammertoe deformity and bunions was rated at 10 percent prior to April 18, 2011, and at 30 percent from that date. The current rating of 30 percent is appropriate based on the severity of his symptoms.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims of service connection for a left foot disability, residuals of a deviated septum, and PTSD. The decision found that new and material evidence had not been submitted to reopen any of these claims.

The Veteran's claim for an annual VA clothing allowance is denied because he has not been granted service connection for the underlying bilateral pes planus disability that necessitates orthopedic appliances like special shoes and orthotics.