The Veteran's right ankle disability, characterized by ligamentous strain, bursitis, and tarsal tunnel syndrome, has been rated at 10 percent since October 14, 2014. The Board has determined that a higher rating of 30 percent is warranted due to ankylosis in dorsiflexion between 0 and 10 degrees.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's right ankle disability resulted in ankylosis in dorsiflexion, which meets the criteria for a 30 percent rating under DC 5270.
- Claimed conditions
- Right Ankle Ligamentous Strain, Bursitis, Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- August 12, 2022
- Citation
- 22045847
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