The Board granted a 10 percent rating for right hip strain with impairment of the thigh and denied higher ratings for right hip strain and limitation of flexion.

The deciding factor: The Veteran's right hip strain was found to be at its maximum rating, while his right hip strain with impairment of the thigh met the criteria for a 10 percent rating but no higher due to painful motion without more severe functional limitations.

Claimed conditions

right hip strain, right hip strain with impairment of the thigh, right hip strain with limitation of flexion

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

10%

Decision date

March 3, 2025

Citation

A25018987

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