The Board denied a rating in excess of 30 percent prior to April 9, 2019, for left knee strain with osteoarthritis, patellofemoral pain syndrome, and residuals of tibia and/or fibula fracture, as well as an initial rating in excess of 10 percent prior to April 9, 2019, for left knee instability.

The deciding factor: The evidence did not support a higher or separate rating based on the degree of limitation of motion or instability shown during the relevant period.

Claimed conditions

left knee strain with osteoarthritis, patellofemoral pain syndrome, and residuals of tibia and/or fibula fracture, left knee instability

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

None in this decision

Decision date

March 24, 2025

Citation

25003968

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