The Board granted increased disability ratings of 10 percent for post-traumatic degenerative joint disease of the right knee and left knee, effective December 5, 2005, and September 17, 1997 respectively.
The deciding factor: The VA examinations showed no instability or subluxation, but limited flexion in both knees. The veteran's pain was noted as a limiting factor for his range of motion.
- Claimed conditions
- post-traumatic degenerative joint disease
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- March 21, 2006
- Citation
- 0608178
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Other Board decisions on a similar condition or argued the same way.
- Granted
The Board has granted the Veteran's claim for service connection for right ankle disability, finding that his current diagnoses and reported symptoms are consistent with in-service injuries. The decision is based on credible lay evidence of chronic ankle problems since service.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has remanded the Veteran's appeal due to insufficient examination and review of his medical records, particularly regarding the relationship between his Osgood-Schlatter disease and his current left knee disability. The TDIU claim is also inextricably intertwined with the increased rating claim.
- Denied
The Board has determined that the Veteran's right ankle disability, including osteoarthritis and post-traumatic degenerative joint disease, is not related to service or any service-connected disabilities.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has decided to remand the case for additional development of evidence, including obtaining missing service treatment records and VA/privately held medical records. The Veteran's right knee injury is presumed during combat service, but a VA examination is needed to determine if it caused his current conditions.
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