The Veteran's claims for increased ratings for his left foot fracture and ankle limited motion were denied. The Board found that the evidence did not support a higher rating based on the severity of the Veteran's symptoms, as he was able to walk with assistance.
The deciding factor: The medical evidence showed no indication of worsening in the Veteran’s condition within one year prior to his claim, and there is no evidence indicating loss of use of the foot or ankle. The Board considered the Veteran's lay statements but found them less probative than the specific examination findings of trained health care professionals.
- Claimed conditions
- Left Foot Fracture, Left Ankle Limited Motion
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- February 13, 2020
- Citation
- 20011720
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