Shoulder Board decisions

The veteran's claim for an increased evaluation of his right shoulder disability is being remanded due to the need for additional medical records and examination.

The Board has determined that the veteran's left shoulder disability is related to his service-connected left ankle disability. However, there is no evidence of a current pulmonary or conjunctivitis disability and none found to be etiologically related to service.

The Board has granted a 50 percent rating for the veteran's residuals of right shoulder injury, which is currently rated as 40 percent disabling.

The veteran's service-connected left shoulder disability is manifested by complaints of pain and moderately severe limitation of movement, but does not meet the criteria for a higher rating.,Prior to February 8, 2007, the veteran's cervical spine disability more closely resembles moderate intervertebral disc disease with recurring attacks. As of February 8, 2007, it does not resemble severe intervertebral disc syndrome or severe limitation of motion and is rated at 20 percent.,The veteran's lumbar spine disability prior to February 8, 2007 more closely resembles moderate intervertebral disc disease with recurring attacks. As of February 8, 2007, it does not resemble severe lumbosacral strain or severe intervertebral disc syndrome and is rated at 40 percent.,The veteran's left upper extremity radiculopathy prior to September 23, 2002 is equivalent to mild incomplete paralysis of the ulnar nerve. As of September 23, 2002, it is rated at 10 percent and remains so after April 28, 2003.,The veteran's right upper extremity radiculopathy prior to September 23, 2002 does not reach the level of mild incomplete paralysis of the ulnar nerve. As of September 23, 2002, it is rated at 10 percent and remains so after April 28, 2003.,The veteran's right leg radiculopathy prior to September 23, 2002 does not reach the level of mild incomplete paralysis of the sciatic nerve. As of September 23, 2002, it is rated at 10 percent and remains so after April 28, 2003.,The veteran's left leg radiculopathy prior to September 23, 2002 is equivalent to mild incomplete paralysis of the sciatic nerve. As of September 23, 2002, it is rated at 10 percent and remains so after April 28, 2003.,The veteran's left leg radiculopathy from April 28, 2003 to present is equivalent to mild incomplete paralysis of the sciatic nerve. It does not reach the level of moderate incomplete paralysis.

The Board found no evidence of gout in service records and concluded that the veteran's current diagnosis of gout is not related to his military service. The veteran was also determined not to be housebound or in need of aid and attendance due to his service-connected conditions.

The Board has remanded the case for a Travel Board hearing and further development.

The Board has determined that the appellant's right shoulder disability and degenerative joint disease in the lumbar and thoracic spine are not due to a disease or injury incurred during active duty for training.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient evidence and need for further examination. The veteran's claims for increased ratings are pending.

The veteran's claims are being remanded due to the need for additional development, including obtaining medical records and scheduling a VA examination.

The Board denied the veteran's claim for an initial disability rating in excess of 30 percent for her right shoulder dislocation, finding that her range of motion did not warrant a higher evaluation.

The Board has granted service connection for a left shoulder disorder, finding that the current condition is at least as likely as not related to service. However, it was aggravated after discharge from service.,Service connection for a low back disorder has been denied due to lack of evidence linking the condition to service.

The Board found that the veteran's multiple joint pains, memory loss, and stomach disorder are not related to his service or an undiagnosed illness. The conditions were diagnosed as degenerative joint disease, chronic fatigue syndrome, and chronic gastritis respectively.

The Board denied all claims for increased ratings, finding that the veteran's service-connected disabilities do not warrant higher disability evaluations based on current symptomatology.

The Board has remanded the case due to uncertainty regarding the veteran's duty status during a motor vehicle accident prior to his active service.

The Board has denied the veteran's claims for compensation under 38 U.S.C.A. § 1151 due to lack of evidence showing that his disabilities were caused by VA carelessness, negligence, or similar instance of fault.

The Board has determined that the veteran does not have a current right ear infection or chloracne related to service. The claim of service connection for chloracne was withdrawn by the veteran, and the final denial of service connection for a right shoulder disability remains unchanged.

The Board has determined that the veteran should be afforded another VA examination to evaluate his left upper extremity and cervical spine disabilities, including any radicular impairment. The case will then be readjudicated.

The Board found that arthritis of the neck, shoulders, arms, and right hand was not incurred or aggravated by service. The claim is denied.

The Board denied the veteran's claims for service connection for right shoulder disability, neck disability, low back disability, and leg disability. The Board found that these disabilities were not incurred or aggravated by his active duty service.

The Board has remanded the case for further development due to new evidence received and outstanding VA treatment records.