Neck / cervical spine decisions — 2026

1,703 indexed Board decisions in 2026.

Badges describe the whole decision, not the outcome for every condition listed. An appeal can grant one issue and deny or remand another. Check the original decision for each issue; these outcomes do not predict your claim.

Whole decision: DeniedJanuary 2026
The Veteran's right and left upper extremity cervical radiculopathy with carpal tunnel syndrome were rated at 40 percent and 30 percent, respectively. The Board denied ratings in excess of these levels.
Whole decision: Remanded (sent back)January 2026
The Board has determined that the Veteran's claims for service connection are remanded due to inadequate medical opinions and a failure to provide requested information.
Whole decision: DeniedJanuary 2026
The Veteran's cervical strain is not rated higher than 20 percent, chronic sinusitis was denied, service connection for erectile dysfunction was granted, and paroxysmal atrial fibrillation was dismissed.

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