Granted
The Board granted service connection for a headache condition and a lower back condition, finding that the evidence is at least in approximate balance as to whether these conditions began during or as a result of active service.
The deciding factor: The Board found that the Veteran's assertions were credible and consistent with his service treatment records, despite negative VA medical opinions based on the absence of in-service documentation.
- Claimed conditions
- headache condition, lower back condition
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- October 10, 2025
- Citation
- 25012777
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