Foot (incl. plantar fasciitis, flat feet) decisions — 2018

The Veteran's claim for a clothing allowance due to custom arch supports for his service-connected bilateral pes planus is denied because the shoe inserts do not qualify as items that tear and wear outer garments, and shoes are not classified by VA as 'clothing' that could be damaged.

The Board denied service connection for lumbar spine condition, left ankle condition, bilateral pes planus, and COPD. The Veteran's right foot hallux valgus was granted a compensable rating of 10%.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings for bilateral pes planus, right knee disability, and left knee disability are being remanded due to the need for additional development.

The Veteran's appeal is remanded due to the inextricably intertwined nature of his increased evaluation for bilateral pes planus and entitlement to TDIU claims. The vocational rehabilitation benefits claim will be addressed after these issues are resolved.

The Board has decided to remand the Veteran's claim for a disability rating in excess of 30 percent for bilateral pes planus due to additional development being required.

The Veteran's claim for a higher rating for his bilateral foot callus formation and pes planus was denied as the evidence did not meet the criteria for a higher rating.

The Veteran's claim for a higher rating for bilateral pes planus with plantar fasciitis and left ankle strain is being remanded due to the need for additional development, including obtaining medical records and scheduling an examination.

The Veteran's right foot condition, including pes planus and hammer toes, is not service-connected as there was no aggravation of pre-existing conditions during service.,Service connection for bilateral hearing loss is denied due to lack of evidence showing a current disability within the VA-defined criteria.

The Veteran's right hip condition is granted as service-connected.,Service connection for bilateral pes planus is denied due to lack of aggravation during service.

The Board has remanded the case due to issues related to special monthly compensation based on aid and attendance or housebound status, as well as a request for service connection for secondary disabilities.

The Veteran's claim for a rating in excess of 30 percent for his right knee condition was denied. The reduction from 40 to 30 percent was upheld. The Board also remanded the issues of service connection for bilateral pes planus and TDIU due to their interrelation.

The Board denied an initial rating in excess of 10 percent for the Veteran's bilateral plantar fasciitis, finding that his symptoms most closely approximated moderate impairment.

The Board has denied the reopening of claims for service connection for various conditions, including low back disability, bilateral foot disability, shoulder disability, hip disability, knee disability, sciatic radiculopathy, and acquired psychiatric/mental disabilities. The July 1997 decision remains final regarding the low back disability claim.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims of service connection for left and right foot disabilities, as well as his claim for an acquired psychiatric disorder. The Board found no evidence of current disabilities related to service.

The Board has remanded multiple service connection claims due to the need for additional development, including obtaining Social Security Administration (SSA) records.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for bilateral hand, foot, and ankle disabilities due to cold injuries sustained during service. Additional development is needed to confirm exposure details and determine if these conditions are related to service or a service-connected disability.

The Board has granted service connection for partial loss of the maxilla for compensation purposes, but denied service connection for bilateral foot disability and left knee arthritis. The issue of entitlement to a TDIU due to service-connected disabilities is also remanded.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims due to a lack of VA examination and outstanding service treatment records. The claims will be reconsidered with new evidence.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims of service connection for bilateral pes planus and restless leg syndrome due to insufficient evidence. The Veteran needs a VA examination to determine if his conditions are related to service.

The Veteran's appeal for service connection for bilateral hearing loss has been dismissed.,New and material evidence has been received to reopen the claims of service connection for low back disability, left foot disability, migraines, and insomnia. The Veteran’s tinnitus is found to be related to her military service.