The Board found that the Veteran's hip sprain disabilities have remained relatively consistent and did not warrant an increased rating during the time period on appeal.
The deciding factor: The VA examinations conducted throughout the appeal period showed no additional limitation of motion or other functional impairment due to pain, fatigue, weakness, lack of endurance or incoordination after repetitive use. The Veteran's hip range of motion was full and there were no deformities noted.
- Claimed conditions
- Right Hip Sprain, Left Hip Sprain
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- May 17, 2013
- Citation
- 1316310
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