The Veteran's service connection claim for degenerative disc disease and spondylosis of the cervical spine is granted, as well as his secondary service connection claim for radiculopathy of the upper extremities due to this condition.
The deciding factor: The VA examiner found that the Veteran's neck condition had its onset during service and was aggravated by a head injury he sustained in service, leading to headaches which are now service-connected.
- Claimed conditions
- Degenerative disc disease and spondylosis of the cervical spine, Radiculopathies of the upper extremities
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- March 15, 2023
- Citation
- 23015662
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- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for increased ratings for his cervical spine and right knee disabilities, as well as service connection for constipation secondary to his cervical spine disability. The remand requires additional VA examinations to address functional loss due to pain during range of motion testing.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection for degenerative disc disease and spondylosis of the cervical spine, headaches, not otherwise specified, and residuals of a traumatic brain injury (TBI) due to incomplete treatment records and the need for additional examinations.
- Dismissed
The appeal regarding the low back disability is dismissed. Service connection for cervical spine and upper extremity disabilities is granted.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for additional examinations and information to determine appropriate disability ratings.
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