The Veteran's right little finger strain has been manifested by pain and a gap less than 1 inch wide between the fingertip and proximal transverse crease of the palm. The criteria for an initial compensable rating have not been met for any period.
The deciding factor: The VA examination revealed a gap between the fingertip of the right little finger and the proximal traverse crease of the palm less than 1 inch wide, with no evidence of arthritis affecting the right little finger. The examiner noted painful motion but did not conduct tests for passive motion or pain in weight bearing and non-weight-bearing motions.
- Claimed conditions
- Right Little Finger Strain, Right Ankle Strain
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- November 16, 2017
- Citation
- 1752597
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What this means for you
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What you can do next
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