The Board has determined that the Veteran's service-connected disabilities do not render him unable to secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation.
The deciding factor: The evidence shows that the Veteran's service-connected ankle and foot conditions limit his ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods, making it difficult for him to engage in substantial gainful employment.
- Claimed conditions
- Left and right ankle strain, Ankylosis of ankle, subtalar or tarsal joint, Calcaneal spurring, Left and right hallux valgus, Left and right hammertoes
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- February 2, 2024
- Citation
- 24005591
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