The Veteran's service-connected right and left leg shin splints have been granted initial noncompensable ratings, but the Board finds that a higher rating is warranted for each condition.
The deciding factor: The evidence shows that the Veteran experiences pain with running and standing, which significantly impacts her ability to work. The VA examination report supports this finding by noting that her shin splints impact her ability to work due to limitations in standing and walking.
- Claimed conditions
- Right Leg Shin Splints, Left Leg Shin Splints
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- February 21, 2018
- Citation
- 1810620
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- Whole decision: Granted
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- Whole decision: Granted
The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including PTSD, bilateral shin splints, and knee injuries, have rendered him unable to secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation since August 9, 2019. The Board has granted TDIU on this basis.
- Whole decision: Partly granted
The Board denied increased ratings for left knee strain and right leg shin splints, granted a 10 percent rating for right ankle strain, and remanded several other issues including service connection claims.
- Whole decision: Partly granted
The Board granted a rating of 70 percent for PTSD and denied ratings in excess of 50 percent for OSA, IBS, and headaches. The Board also granted service connection for right elbow, left wrist, neck, and left leg shin splints conditions.
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