The Veteran's initial rating for chronic orthopedic symptoms of lumbosacral strain with spondylosis is denied as the evidence does not meet the criteria for a higher than 10 percent rating.,The Veteran's initial rating for associated lumbar radiculopathy, LLE, is denied as the evidence does not meet the criteria for a higher than 10 percent rating.
The deciding factor: The VA examiner found that the Veteran’s thoracolumbar spine had forward flexion limited to 85 degrees and no additional loss of motion due to pain or other factors, which is rated at 10 percent under the General Formula for musculoskeletal disabilities.,The VA examiner found that the Veteran's associated lumbar radiculopathy did not meet the criteria for a higher than 10 percent rating as it was evaluated as mild incomplete paralysis of the sciatic nerve.
- Claimed conditions
- lumbosacral strain with spondylosis, associated lumbar radiculopathy, left lower extremity (LLE)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- August 5, 2024
- Citation
- A24043526
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- Granted
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- Denied
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