Migraines & headaches decisions — 2016

The Board denied service connection for a sleep disorder and granted service connection for headaches. The Veteran's current sleep apnea was not incurred or aggravated in service, nor is it caused by any of his service-connected disabilities, including PTSD.

The Veteran's migraine headaches are currently rated at 30 percent since June 25, 2004. The Board finds that the current rating criteria reasonably describe her disability level and symptomatology.

The Board found that the Veteran's cervical spine disability and tension headaches are not related to his service-connected low back disability, thus denying these claims.

The Veteran's headaches are related to his service-connected cervical spine disability and hypertension.,Service connection for diabetes mellitus, type 2, is granted as it was caused by the Veteran's service.

The Board has determined that additional development is needed to obtain outstanding treatment records and provide an addendum opinion regarding the Veteran's claims for service connection. The case will be remanded for these actions.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including migraine headaches and major depression, have rendered her unable to secure or follow substantially gainful employment prior to April 9, 2012.

The Board has determined that new and material evidence has been received to reopen the claims for service connection for chronic headaches, a gastrointestinal disability (diarrhea and hemorrhoids), chronic fatigue, inability to concentrate, and hypertension. The Veteran's current diagnoses are considered in relation to his military service.

The Board has granted the Veteran's appeal for a LP gas pool heater as part of her Independent Living Program under Chapter 31, Title 38, due to its necessity for maintaining her physical health and independence in daily living.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded due to procedural defects in the adjudication of his TDIU claim and effective date claims for increased ratings. The issues will be addressed again after proper development.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including PTSD, migraines, a low back disability, a neck disability, and a right shoulder disability, have rendered her unable to secure or follow substantially gainful employment.

The Veteran's initial claim for a higher rating for migraine headaches as a residual of head/traumatic brain injury is being remanded due to the need for additional medical examination and records.

The Veteran's appeal is denied for all issues except the entitlement to an extended period of a temporary total rating for convalescence status-post total right knee replacement, which has been remanded.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for residuals of a left second toe stress fracture was denied as there is no current disability.,Service connection for migraine headaches was granted, but the rating assigned (10%) does not meet the criteria for a higher rating based on frequency or severity.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for additional development to obtain an addendum VA opinion regarding his skin disability and headaches, as well as a new VA examination if necessary. The issues on appeal include service connection for a skin disability and headaches.

The Veteran's appeals for increased disability ratings have been dismissed due to her withdrawal of the appeal.

The Veteran's service-connected PTSD, severe lumbosacral spondylosis, and migraine headaches have rendered her in need of regular aid and attendance prior to October 29, 2010. The Board finds that she meets the criteria for special monthly compensation based on the need for aid and attendance.

The Board has denied service connection for a back disability, neck disability, bilateral leg disability (due to a non-service-connected back disability), headaches, and vertigo as there is no evidence of a nexus between these conditions and the Veteran's period of active service.,The Veteran reported intermittent back pain during service but x-rays did not show any underlying pathology. No diagnosis was made at separation from service.

The Veteran's service connection claims for residuals of a head injury, right hand fracture, TMJ disorder, and right knee disability are granted. The Veteran's hypertension is also found to be related to his active duty.

The Veteran's service connection claims for residuals from a right arm fracture, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), left knee disorder, right hip disorder, headache disorder, and right upper extremity peripheral neuropathy have been granted. The decision is based on new evidence that supports reopening of these previously denied claims.

The Board has granted service connection for PTSD and TBI, finding that the evidence is in equipoise as to whether these conditions are related to an in-service assault. The Veteran's other claims have been withdrawn.