The Veteran's left ankle disability, characterized by osteoarthritis and some limitation of motion with pain and mild instability, was found to be manifested by a 'mild' condition. The VA examiners did not find evidence supporting the application of higher rating criteria such as 'moderately severe' foot injuries or 'marked' limitation of motion.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's left ankle disability is characterized by osteoarthritis and some limitation of motion with pain and mild instability, which does not meet the criteria for a higher rating under DC 5271 or DC 5284.
- Claimed conditions
- osteoarthritis, some limitation of motion, pain, mild instability
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- March 11, 2010
- Citation
- 1009349
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