Foot (incl. plantar fasciitis, flat feet) Board decisions

The Veteran's tinnitus and flat feet, migraine headaches, and bilateral leg disability (shin splints) claims have been granted. The Veteran's TBI claim has been denied. His service-connected penile condition with a stinging sensation is not considered separately for service connection as it is already covered under the ED rating.

The Veteran's PTSD was granted a 70% disability rating effective April 19, 2016. The Board found that the Veteran's service-connected PTSD has been manifested by symptoms such as anxiety and panic attacks, chronic sleep problems, irritability, hypervigilance, an exaggerated startle response, problems with concentration, depressed mood, intrusive memories, avoidance behaviors, suicidal ideation, problems with work, and relationship difficulties. The Board found that a 70% disability rating is warranted for the Veteran's service-connected PTSD. The issues of entitlement to a rating in excess of 10 percent for bilateral pes planus with metatarsalgia and entitlement to TDIU are remanded.

The Veteran's erectile dysfunction prior to September 13, 2016 is not compensable.,From September 13, 2016, the Veteran's erectile dysfunction remains rated at 20 percent.

The Board has remanded the case due to the need for additional evidence and a VA examination regarding the Veteran's claim of service connection for pes planus, left foot.

The Veteran's appeals were dismissed due to his death. The Board has no jurisdiction to adjudicate the merits of these claims as he died during their pendency.

The Veteran's right foot metatarsalgia with pes planus and left total knee replacement disabilities are currently rated at the maximum available schedular ratings.,The Veteran's back, varicose veins, erectile dysfunction, and hypertension claims are remanded for further development.

The Veteran's service connection claim for left ventricular hypertrophy was granted. The initial evaluations for bilateral pes planus, hypertension, and left knee degenerative joint disease with meniscal tear were also granted.

The Board has granted service connection for left knee injury, left foot disability, respiratory disability (asthma and obstructive sleep apnea), and ulcerative colitis. The Veteran's conditions are deemed to have started during his military service.

The Board has determined that further assistance is needed to obtain the Veteran's service treatment records and to provide her with a VA examination regarding her asthma, right shoulder disorder, right knee disorder, left knee disorder, and bilateral plantar fasciitis. The claims are being remanded for these purposes.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for a left foot disorder other than pes planus with plantar fasciitis and left lower extremity radiculopathy, finding no evidence of such a condition distinct from his already service-connected conditions.

The Veteran's back condition, bilateral foot conditions (pes planus and plantar fasciitis), and asthma have been granted service connection.,Additional claims for generalized arthritis and acquired psychiatric disorder are remanded.

The Board has granted service connection for left foot and left elbow disabilities, but the issues of service connection for other conditions remain pending.

The Board has remanded the claims of service connection for various disabilities due to outstanding records and the need for VA examinations. The Veteran's appeal is now pending again.

The Board has decided to remand the case for a VA examination and medical opinion regarding the nature of the Veteran's bilateral pes planus, its aggravation status during service, and whether there is clear and unmistakable evidence that the increase in severity was due to natural progression.

The Board has decided that the Veteran's service-connected bilateral plantar fasciitis with pes planus and degenerative arthritis should be rated higher than 10 percent prior to April 12, 2021, and higher than 50 percent since. However, due to incomplete records from Dr. Langford, the claim is being remanded for further action.

The Board has granted service connection for Erectile Dysfunction, Sleep Apnea, Bilateral Pes Planus, and Bilateral Plantar Fasciitis as secondary to the Veteran's service-connected Somatic Symptom Disorder with depressive symptoms.

The Veteran's claims for service connection were denied as new and material evidence was not received to reopen the previously denied claims. The Board found that the Veteran did not provide sufficient evidence to establish a nexus between his current conditions and service.

The Veteran's appeal is dismissed for the issue of an increased initial disability rating in excess of 10 percent for tinnitus. The right elbow scar has been granted a 10 percent rating, effective from the date of the decision. Other issues are REMANDED for further development.

The appeal for service connection of a left great toe disability has been dismissed. The appeals for the remaining conditions are being remanded.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for bilateral pes planus, left knee limitation of flexion, and left knee internal derangement due to incomplete service department records and the need for additional medical examinations.