The Veteran's bilateral plantar fasciitis and pseudofolliculitis barbae (skin condition) were evaluated, but neither condition met the criteria for a higher rating under applicable VA regulations.,Specifically, the Veteran's bilateral foot condition did not show marked deformity or relief from both non-surgical and surgical treatment. Her skin condition was found to affect less than 5% of her total body area and less than 5% of exposed areas.
The deciding factor: The evidence did not demonstrate any symptoms that would warrant a higher rating under the applicable VA regulations for either condition.
- Claimed conditions
- Bilateral Plantar Fasciitis, Pseudofolliculitis Barbae (Skin Condition)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- December 26, 2024
- Citation
- A24086017
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