Migraines & headaches Board decisions

The Veteran's migraine headaches were previously rated at 30 percent prior to March 13, 2018. The Board has now granted a maximum 50 percent evaluation for the period beginning March 13, 2018.,For the period prior to March 13, 2018, the Veteran's migraine headaches were rated at 30 percent.

The Board has granted the reopening of the claim for service connection for lumbar spine disability. The claims for left ankle, left knee, recurrent chest pain, bilateral shoulder, neck, and bilateral hip disabilities are denied as there is no evidence showing a current disability or that any such disabilities are related to service. Service connection for allergic rhinitis, sinus bradycardia, stomach disability, facial cellulitis, scalp dermatitis, headache, and bilateral upper extremity radiculopathy is also denied.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's hypertension is not service-connected, and his issues regarding effective dates for migraines and right knee joint, osteoarthritis are remanded due to incomplete STRs.

Service connection for bilateral hearing loss and tinnitus was denied as they were not shown to be related to service.,Headaches, including migraines, were also denied as there is no evidence of in-service injury or chronic condition.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection due to incomplete records and further examination.

The Veteran's adjustment disorder is rated at 70 percent, and he is granted TDIU based on his service-connected conditions.

The Veteran's claims for earlier effective dates for service connection of bilateral lower extremity radiculopathy, right lower extremity radiculopathy, major depressive disorder, migraine headaches, and lumbar strain with IVDS have been denied.,An effective date of February 16, 2017 has been granted for the increased evaluations of major depressive disorder (to 70 percent), migraine headaches (50 percent), and lumbar strain with IVDS (40 percent).

The Veteran's bilateral hand tremors are granted service connection as they began during active duty. Service connection for blurred vision, bilateral hearing loss, tinnitus, and headaches is denied.

The Veteran's service-connected PTSD is found to cause or aggravate his headaches, which are granted as a separate disability. The other conditions have not been linked to service.

The Veteran's service connection for headaches is granted as her headaches are related to her military service.

The Veteran's service-connected migraine headaches have worsened, and he needs a new VA examination to assess the current severity of his condition. Additionally, there is evidence suggesting that his rhinopharyngitis may be causing or aggravating his migraines, which should also be evaluated.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection due to insufficient evidence and need for further examination. The issues include PTSD, bilateral ankle/knee disorders, tinnitus, headaches, and low back disorder.

The Board has granted service connection for tinnitus, headaches, and obstructive sleep apnea secondary to pre-existing conditions. The Veteran's current disabilities are found to be related to his military service.

The Board has denied service connection for bilateral hearing loss and remanded the issues of service connection for a sleep disability, an acquired psychiatric disability, erectile dysfunction, and headaches.

The Board has determined that additional evidentiary development is necessary prior to the adjudication of the Veteran's claims for service connection due to conflicting medical opinions and lack of contemporaneous treatment records.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection for the cause of the Veteran’s death and for burial benefits due to inextricably intertwined issues. The appellant must be determined as a proper substitute claimant, if applicable, before any further action is taken.

The Veteran's service connection for obstructive sleep apnea and initial increased rating for migraines are both granted. The Veteran's claim for an increased rating for migraines is remanded.

The Veteran's appeal is remanded for further development and evaluation of his service-connected right hand disability, as well as additional claims related to migraine headaches, eye disorder, cervical spine disorder, left upper extremity disorder, jaw pain/facial spasms, skin disorder, and heart disorder.

The Veteran's left ear hearing loss and tinnitus are granted service connection, but his migraine headaches secondary to a service-connected disability are denied.

The Veteran's claim for higher ratings for her service-connected migraines is being remanded due to the need for updated medical records.