Foot (incl. plantar fasciitis, flat feet) decisions — 2021

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection due to a lack of records and the need for additional medical opinions. The Veteran's claim for nonservice-connected pension benefits was denied as he did not meet the requirements for active duty during a period of war.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for right foot, ankle, knee, and fibula disabilities due to a lack of evidence showing an in-service injury or disease that is related to these conditions.

The Board has granted service connection for bilateral flat feet, low back disability, right knee disability, and tinnitus. Service connection was denied for a right hip disability.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims of service connection for a right knee disability and bilateral pes planus, finding that there was no evidence linking these conditions to his military service.

The Board has remanded the case due to inadequate medical opinions and the need for additional evidence. The Veteran's bilateral foot disabilities, including pes planus and hallux valgus, are being reviewed again.

The Veteran's appeals for service connection for various conditions have been dismissed. Service connection has been granted for a lumbar spine disability, bilateral pes planus, and plantar fasciitis.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for a sleep disorder diagnosed as insomnia has been granted.,Service connection is being remanded for the Veteran's claims of cervical spine disability, right knee disability, left knee disability, bilateral foot disability, bilateral eye disability, right shoulder disability, left shoulder disability, and low back disability.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient evidence regarding the Veteran's service-connected disabilities and their impact on his ability to work, as well as his need for aid and attendance or housebound status. The Veteran will be required to provide updated employment history and undergo VA examinations to determine these matters.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim of service connection for a bilateral foot disability, finding that her preexisting condition worsened during service but not to an extent beyond its natural progression.

The Veteran's IBS claim has been granted with a 10 percent rating effective November 24, 2015. The left foot disability claim is remanded for further development.

The Veteran's vertigo and right ankle tendonitis have been granted service connection, while the remaining issues are remanded. The Veteran was awarded a 30% disability rating for his right ankle tendonitis.

The Board denied an earlier effective date for the grant of a TDIU prior to October 27, 2020, finding that the Veteran's service-connected disabilities did not prevent him from securing or following substantially gainful employment before this date.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection for various disabilities due to a lack of service treatment records and personnel records. The Veteran is advised to provide any additional information needed for the search.

The Board has determined that new and relevant evidence has been received to readjudicate the Veteran's claims for service connection for a back disorder, tinnitus, and bilateral pes planus. The evidence includes VA treatment records, a private physician's November 2019 Back Conditions Disability Benefits Questionnaire (DBQ), and the Veteran's hearing testimony.,The Board finds that new and relevant evidence has been received to readjudicate the claims for service connection for a back disorder, tinnitus, and bilateral pes planus. The evidence includes VA treatment records, a private physician's November 2019 Back Conditions Disability Benefits Questionnaire (DBQ), and the Veteran's hearing testimony.

The Board has decided that the Veteran's coronary artery disease is service connected. The remaining issues of service connection for bilateral hearing loss, eye disabilities, back disability, and foot disabilities are remanded for further development.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's bilateral foot disability is not service-connected, as there is no evidence linking her current condition to events or injuries during active duty.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection for various disabilities, including cervical spine, lumbar spine, right arm, right ankle, left ankle, and right foot disabilities. The case is being returned to the RO for further action.

The Board denied the Veteran's application to reopen his claim for service connection for bilateral pes planus, finding that new and material evidence had not been submitted.

The Board denied service connection for right-foot pes planus, finding that the evidence did not support a direct or aggravation during service connection.

The Board has remanded the case for further development and readjudication due to potential eligibility for SMC under certain criteria. The Veteran's service-connected disabilities are being evaluated in detail.