The Board denied the veteran's claim for an increased rating for his service-connected ankylosing spondylitis with multiple joint symptoms, finding that the evidence did not meet the criteria for a higher evaluation.
The deciding factor: The VA examination and treatment records showed no objective signs of painful motion or spasm, and the veteran reported flare-ups lasting up to three days. The Board determined these findings did not warrant an increased rating beyond the current 40 percent.
- Claimed conditions
- ankylosing spondylitis with multiple joint symptoms
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 40%
- Decision date
- July 21, 2006
- Citation
- 0621499
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What this means for you
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