Migraines & headaches Board decisions

The Veteran's claim for service connection for migraine headaches has been reopened, but the remand order requires additional development to address whether his migraines are related to service or aggravated by other conditions. The Veteran's cervical spine disability is also being remanded for further examination and opinion regarding its severity.

The Board has remanded the issues of entitlement to service connection for migraines and cervicogenic headaches, as well as evaluations for left and right upper extremity radiculopathy. The remand requests that VA obtain additional medical records and a complete copy of the Veteran's Headaches DBQ.

The Veteran's claims of service connection for a cervical spine condition, left knee condition, and headaches have been granted. The rating for PTSD has also been increased to 50% effective May 9, 2019.

The Board has restored the original rating of 30 percent for service-connected tension headaches, effective May 19, 2016. The claims for increased ratings for back disability and right great toe disability are remanded.

The Veteran's claim for an increased rating for generalized anxiety disorder was denied as his symptoms did not meet the criteria for a higher disability rating.,The Veteran's claim for an earlier effective date for service connection of generalized anxiety disorder was also denied due to lack of evidence submitted prior to October 11, 2013.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for payment or reimbursement of unauthorized medical expenses incurred during a private MRI on October 21, 2010 due to lack of a 'medical emergency' and because VA facilities were feasibly available.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for clothing allowances due to lack of evidence showing wear and tear on his clothing. The case is remanded for further review regarding the bilateral knee braces.

The Veteran's depressive disorder is granted as secondary to service-connected disability. The Board has remanded for further action on issues including service connection and rating for other conditions.

The Board has dismissed the Veteran's appeal for service connection of TBI due to withdrawal by his attorney. The claims for service connection of headaches and a chronic disability manifested by dizziness are remanded for additional development.

The Board denied service connection for a neck disorder, right arm disorder, traumatic brain injury (TBI), headache disorder, and cognitive impairment/memory loss. The decision is based on the absence of evidence linking these conditions to service.,Service connection was not granted because there was no medical opinion establishing a link between any of the claimed conditions and service.

The Veteran's lumbar spine disability is currently rated at 20 percent, but the Board finds that a higher rating is not warranted.,Service connection for left hip condition and bilateral hearing loss disability are denied.,Service connection for headaches is granted. The Veteran has a current diagnosis of an acquired psychiatric disorder characterized as depressive disorder.,PTSD service connection is reopened due to new evidence, but the claim remains denied.,Service connection for cervical spine disorder is denied.

The Veteran's service-connected headaches are now rated at 50% effective March 24, 2014. Prior to this date, the rating was 30%. The VA examiner found that the Veteran experienced prostrating attacks of non-migraine headache pain more frequently than once per month.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to inadequate reasons or bases for rating the Veteran's headaches, and requires updated medical records.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for severe headaches has been reopened and granted. The issue of service connection for a respiratory condition (claimed as breathing problems) is remanded.

The Veteran's bilateral hearing loss disability claim is denied as he does not have a current diagnosis of bilateral hearing loss for VA purposes.,The Veteran's tinnitus claim is granted, subject to the laws and regulations governing the award of monetary benefits.

The Veteran's service connection for headaches, including sinus headaches secondary to his service-connected sinusitis, is granted.

The Veteran's left hip disability, including strain and osteoarthritis, is due to in-service trauma from parachute jumps. The right ankle disability was also caused by repeated trauma during service. Sleep apnea had its onset in service and continues since then. Migraine headaches began in service.,Right hip arthritis with limitation of extension and loss of flexion are currently rated as non-compensable, but further evaluation is needed.

The Veteran's service connection claims for multiple conditions, including fibromyalgia (claimed as multiple joint aches), memory loss, migraines, and lumbar spine disability are granted. The remaining issues on appeal remain pending.

The Board has decided to remand the Veteran's claims for fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, and a headache disorder due to the need for additional development of evidence.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection and rating of headaches due to incomplete development, including obtaining VA treatment records and a VA examination. The issues include determining if the Veteran has residuals from his in-service head injury (including memory loss and dizziness) and whether he is entitled to a compensable disability rating for headaches.