The Board found that the Veteran's right wrist CTS did not have onset during active federal service, his time in the Wisconsin Army National Guard, or his service with the USAR Control Group. The claim for service connection was denied.
The deciding factor: The evidence showed no clinical findings of CTS prior to February 2001 and no treatment records indicating CTS symptoms until September 2002. The long lapse between active service and first reported symptoms is considered against a finding that any CTS had its onset during service or was related to service.
- Claimed conditions
- carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) of the right wrist
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- November 8, 2012
- Citation
- 1238347
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- Remanded (sent back)
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- Granted
The Board has granted service connection for carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) of the right and left wrists, finding that it is related to service.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has remanded the claims for service connection for carpal tunnel syndrome of the right wrist and cervical spine condition, both secondary to a right shoulder disability. The case is being sent back for additional VA etiology opinions.
- Denied
The Veteran's service-connected disabilities do not render her unable to care for herself without requiring the regular aid and attendance of another person.
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