The Veteran's bilateral plantar fasciitis with calcaneal spurs are manifested by severe disability and have been rated at the maximum allowable under VA regulations. The Board has determined that a higher rating is warranted based on the severity of his symptoms, including pain during standing and walking.
The deciding factor: The Veteran consistently reported intense pain during physical examinations and in daily activities, which aligns with the criteria for a severe foot injury as defined by Diagnostic Code 5284.
- Claimed conditions
- Bilateral lower extremity peripheral neuropathy, Bilateral plantar fasciitis with calcaneal spurs
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- February 7, 2013
- Citation
- 1304393
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