The Veteran's radiculopathy of the left and right lower extremities has been rated at 20 percent since April 7, 2009.,Since July 29, 2016, the Veteran's radiculopathy of the left and right lower extremities has been rated at 40 percent.
The deciding factor: The VA examiners found that the Veteran had moderate incomplete paralysis of the sciatic nerve in both legs from April 7, 2009 through July 28, 2016, and moderately severe incomplete paralysis beginning on July 29, 2016.
- Claimed conditions
- Degenerative disc disease L4-L5 with L1-2 degenerative joint disease, lumbar spine postoperative, Right knee arthritis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- January 5, 2018
- Citation
- 1800500
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- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient evidence regarding whether the Veteran's right leg/knee condition is related to service, including a preexisting condition. The Veteran provided testimony and new medical records that may be relevant.
- Dismissed
The Veteran's appeal was dismissed as she withdrew her appeal prior to the Board making a decision.
- Granted
The Board has granted service connection for degenerative arthritis of the lumbar spine, right knee arthritis, and left knee arthritis. The claims for PTSD and radiculopathy are remanded.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has determined that additional evidence is needed to determine the severity of the Veteran's right knee conditions, specifically regarding the ameliorative effects of medications used for pain management. The case is being remanded to obtain a VA medical opinion addressing these issues.
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