The Veteran's musculoligamentous strain of the right knee has been manifested by flexion ranging from 90 to 120 degrees, with pain beginning at 110 degrees; extension that was normal; no decrease in range of motion on repetitive testing; and complaints of pain. The criteria for an evaluation in excess of 10 percent have not been met.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's flexion did not decrease to a level warranting a higher rating, as it remained within the limits specified for a 10% disability rating under Diagnostic Code 5260.
- Claimed conditions
- Musculoligamentous strain of the right knee
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- September 9, 2014
- Citation
- 1440201
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