The Veteran's shin splints on the left leg are rated at 10 percent, and his left ankle strain is also rated at 10 percent. Both conditions do not meet criteria for a higher rating.,The Veteran has been denied increased ratings for both shin splints and left ankle strain.
The deciding factor: The evidence does not show that the Veteran's shin splints or left ankle strain have resulted in marked limitation of motion, which is required for a higher rating under the applicable diagnostic codes. The Veteran’s range of motion was found to be within normal limits with some limitations due to pain and weakness.
- Claimed conditions
- {"condition_name":"Shin Splints on the Left Leg","diagnosis_codes":["5260"]}, {"condition_name":"Left Ankle Strain","diagnosis_codes":["5271"]}
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- November 18, 2020
- Citation
- 20074042
What this means for you
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