The veteran's right and left carpal tunnel syndromes are currently rated at 10 percent each, based on mild incomplete paralysis of the median nerve.,Since August 26, 2002, the veteran's right trigger thumb release residuals have been rated as non-compensable due to lack of functional impairment.
The deciding factor: The veteran's carpal tunnel syndromes do not meet or approximate the criteria for a higher rating under any applicable diagnostic code. The symptoms are consistent with mild incomplete paralysis, which corresponds to the current 10 percent ratings.,Right trigger thumb release residuals have been rated as non-compensable since August 26, 2002, due to lack of functional impairment such as pain, incoordination, or fatigue.
- Claimed conditions
- {"condition_name":"Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome","status":"Status post release (major)"}, {"condition_name":"Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome","status":"Status post release (minor)"}
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- February 8, 2006
- Citation
- 0603586
What this means for you
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