Shoulder Board decisions

The Veteran is seeking service connection for myofascial pain disorder in his upper back and shoulders. The case has been remanded due to the need for a VA examination to determine the nature, extent, onset, and etiology of his diagnosed myofascial pain syndrome.

The Veteran's claim for an increased rating for his left shoulder disability was granted, but the effective date is not specified.

The appeal has been withdrawn by the appellant before a decision was made.

The Veteran's appeal has been withdrawn, and the case is dismissed.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for residuals of a head injury with memory loss and bilateral arm disorder (right arm and shoulder) are denied as there is no evidence showing these conditions were incurred or aggravated by her military service.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for left shoulder malignant melanoma, finding that it is not related to his National Guard service.

The Veteran's cervical spondyloarthropathy with stenosis is rated at 10 percent, effective July 1, 2004. Service connection was granted for left elbow disorder and a disorder of the left shoulder and scapula, but an initial rating in excess of 10 percent for cervical spondyloarthropathy with stenosis remains denied.

The Board has remanded the case due to outstanding Social Security Records and clarification of an opinion in the November 2006 VA examination report.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's right shoulder disability was not incurred or aggravated by active service and denied his claim.

The Veteran's right shoulder bursitis and sinusitis were granted increased ratings, with the right shoulder rating set at 10 percent effective October 9, 2009.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including sleep apnea, right and left shoulder tendonitis, depressive disorder, cervical spondylosis, lumbar degenerative discs, a left knee disorder, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a left pelvic disorder, chronic fatigue syndrome, tinnitus, bilateral hearing loss, sinus residuals of a rhinoplasty and septoplasty, a left foot disorder, hypertension, genitourinary (urethral) disorder, and rosacea on the nose, have rendered him unable to secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation since April 1, 2001. The Board finds that his service-connected disabilities meet the percentage criteria for TDIU throughout the entire appeal period.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for PTSD and multiple joint pains, including as due to undiagnosed illness. The issues of increased ratings for his low back, cervical spine, right knee, and left knee disabilities were also addressed.

The Board finds that the Veteran's left shoulder, left hip, and eye disabilities are attributable to service. Therefore, these conditions have been granted as incurred in service.

The Veteran's claims for service connection have been denied as there is no competent evidence supporting the presence of any claimed conditions.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for further examination and consideration of his claim for service connection for a chronic left shoulder disorder.

The Board finds that the Veteran's reported history of neck injury with persistent and recurrent symptoms since service is not credible. As such, the claim for a neck disability on a direct basis or as proximately due to service-connected low back strain is denied.

The Veteran's right shoulder injury was incurred as a result of an altercation with another resident in a VA domiciliary, not due to any direct action or inaction by the VA. The claim for compensation under 38 U.S.C.A. § 1151 is denied.

The Board has granted the Veteran's claim for service connection for residuals of a left shoulder dislocation. The issue of service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, including PTSD, is also addressed and considered.

The Veteran's need for regular aid and assistance of another person has been established, allowing him to receive special monthly pension at the aid and attendance rate. However, his mental competency status remains unclear.

The VA granted service connection for the Veteran's left shoulder disability, but only assigned a 10 percent evaluation. The Board found that the disability did not warrant an increased rating.