The Board granted a rating of 30 percent, but not higher, for peripheral neuropathy of the right upper extremity prior to May 12, 2014; and ratings of 20 percent, but not higher, for peripheral neuropathy of the left upper and lower extremities.

The deciding factor: The evidence showed moderate incomplete paralysis of the ulnar nerve in both upper extremities and the sciatic nerve in the left lower extremity, which warranted the assigned ratings.

Claimed conditions

Peripheral neuropathy of the right upper extremity, Peripheral neuropathy of the left upper extremity, Peripheral neuropathy of the left lower extremity

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

30%

Decision date

October 2, 2025

Citation

25012380

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