The Board has determined that the Veteran's left ankle achilles tendonitis does not warrant a rating in excess of 10 percent, as his symptoms do not meet or approximate the criteria for a higher evaluation under the applicable rating schedule.
The deciding factor: The medical evidence shows moderate limitation of motion with dorsiflexion limited during flare-ups and with repeated use over time to less than 15 degrees, but not less than 5 degrees, which is consistent with a 10 percent rating. The Veteran's symptoms do not meet the criteria for marked limitation of motion or ankylosis.
- Claimed conditions
- Left Ankle Achilles Tendonitis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- March 18, 2023
- Citation
- 23016710
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Related decisions
Other Board decisions on a similar condition or argued the same way.
- Partly granted
The Board denied increased ratings for PTSD, left ankle achilles tendonitis, and right knee disabilities but granted a total disability evaluation based on individual unemployability (TDIU) prior to July 21, 2020.
- Dismissed
The Veteran's claim for a total disability rating based on individual unemployability (TDIU) has been dismissed due to the Veteran's failure to submit an updated application form. The Board also remanded other issues related to increased ratings for various knee and ankle disabilities.
- Granted
The Board granted initial ratings of 10% for right and left ankle disabilities, and a 20% rating for low back disability during the entire period on appeal.
- Denied
The Board has determined that the Veteran's current left ankle Achilles tendonitis was not incurred during active service and is not aggravated by Reserve service. The evidence does not support a finding of service connection for this condition.
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