The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including PTSD, tension headaches, lumbar strain with intervertebral disc syndrome, right lower extremity radiculopathy of the sciatic nerve, right knee strain, and hearing loss, prevent him from securing or following substantially gainful employment.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, particularly his PTSD, tension headaches, and back and leg conditions, significantly impair his ability to perform work-related tasks due to physical limitations and mental health issues.
- Claimed conditions
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Tension Headaches, Lumbar Strain with Intervertebral Disc Syndrome, Right Lower Extremity Radiculopathy of the Sciatic Nerve, Right Knee Strain, Hearing Loss
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 100%
- Decision date
- May 26, 2022
- Citation
- 22031167
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What this means for you
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