The Board found that the veteran's residuals of low back strain did not warrant a rating higher than 20 percent, but granted a separate 10 percent rating for neurological manifestations in the right lower extremity.
The deciding factor: The evidence showed forward flexion limited to no less than 60 degrees and no incapacitating episodes, which did not meet criteria for a higher rating under spinal regulations. However, there was mild incomplete paralysis of the sciatic nerve in the right lower extremity, warranting a separate 10 percent rating.
- Claimed conditions
- Residuals of a low back strain
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- February 26, 2009
- Citation
- 0907137
What this means for you
A partial grant means some issues were granted while others were denied or remanded — common in multi-issue claims. Look at which issues went which way, and how each was argued.
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