The Veteran's service-connected tarsal tunnel syndrome of the left and right legs is currently rated at 10 percent each, but does not meet the criteria for a higher evaluation as there is no evidence of severe incomplete paralysis or even moderate limitation of motion.
The deciding factor: The VA examination findings did not support the presence of severe incomplete paralysis or even moderate limitation of motion, which are required for evaluations in excess of 10 percent under relevant diagnostic codes.
- Claimed conditions
- Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- February 23, 2010
- Citation
- 1006661
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- Granted
The Veteran's right ankle disability, characterized by ligamentous strain, bursitis, and tarsal tunnel syndrome, has been rated at 10 percent since October 14, 2014. The Board has determined that a higher rating of 30 percent is warranted due to ankylosis in dorsiflexion between 0 and 10 degrees.
- Granted
The Board has granted service connection for Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome (TTS) as secondary to the Veteran's service-connected right ankle disability.
- Denied
The Board has determined that the Veteran's bilateral foot disorder, including tarsal tunnel syndrome and Morton's neuroma, did not manifest during service or within one year of separation. The evidence does not support a finding of service connection for these conditions.
- Granted
The Board has granted the Veteran's claims for service connection for a right foot condition manifested by numbness and tingling, as well as his low back disability. The claim for an increased rating for residuals of a right ankle sprain remains pending.
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