Partly granted
The Board granted initial ratings for DJD of the thoracic spine, right and left lower extremity sciatic radiculopathy, and left knee limitation of extension, while denying higher ratings. The Veteran was also awarded SMC based on regular need for aid and attendance.
The deciding factor: The decision was based on the severity of the Veteran's symptoms as they related to the applicable rating criteria.
- Claimed conditions
- Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD) of the thoracic spine, Right lower extremity sciatic radiculopathy, Left lower extremity sciatic radiculopathy, Left knee osteoarthritis based on limitation of flexion, Left knee limitation of extension, Right knee osteoarthritis based on limitation of flexion, Right knee limitation of extension, Right knee lateral instability, Right knee scars
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- February 5, 2025
- Citation
- 25001754
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