The Veteran's increased rating claim for post-operative residuals of L4-L5 and L5-S1 disk herniation was granted, with a 10 percent disability rating. The claims for sciatic/common peroneal neuropathy were also granted, with ratings of 20 percent for the right lower extremity and 40 percent for the left lower extremity.
The deciding factor: The VA examination confirmed the Veteran's complaints of chronic pain radiating to his lower extremities, which was supported by objective physical findings. The severity of the neurologic symptoms varied over time but remained within the criteria for a 20 percent rating (moderate severity) for both right and left sciatic/common peroneal neuropathy.
- Claimed conditions
- Post-operative residuals of L4-L5 and L5-S1 disk herniation, Sciatic neuropathy, Common peroneal neuropathy
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- May 17, 2013
- Citation
- 1316290
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- Denied
The Board denied higher ratings for sciatic neuropathy of the left and right lower extremities, finding that the evidence did not support ratings in excess of 20 percent due to moderate incomplete paralysis.
- Denied
The Veteran's service-connected disabilities do not render him so helpless as to need regular aid and attendance or be permanently housebound, thus SMC for aid and attendance is denied prior to June 1, 2012.
- Granted
The Veteran's sciatic neuropathy of the left and right lower extremities has been manifested by symptoms mild in nature, warranting a 10 percent disability rating.
- Denied
The Veteran's sciatic neuropathy of the right and left lower extremities has not been manifested by moderate incomplete paralysis, warranting a 10 percent rating. Therefore, his claims for increased ratings are denied.
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