The Veteran's initial ratings for chronic low back strain and left hip strain have been denied as the evidence does not meet the criteria for higher ratings under the applicable rating codes.
The deciding factor: The VA examinations did not show any ankylosis, muscle spasms resulting in abnormal gait or spinal contour, or objective neurologic abnormalities. The Veteran's range of motion was within normal limits with no additional limitations after repetitive use and he had no intervertebral disc syndrome.
- Claimed conditions
- Chronic low back strain, Left hip strain
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- August 13, 2015
- Citation
- 1534673
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