The Board granted a 40 percent rating for right lower extremity radiculopathy and denied an increased rating for lumbar strain with IVDS, while remanding several other claims.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's right lower extremity radiculopathy most nearly approximated moderately severe incomplete paralysis of the sciatic nerve, warranting a 40 percent rating. The evidence did not support a higher rating or service connection for urinary incontinence and special monthly compensation based on aid and attendance/housebound status.
- Claimed conditions
- lumbar strain with intervertebral disc syndrome (IVDS), right lower extremity radiculopathy, urinary incontinence
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 40%
- Decision date
- March 3, 2025
- Citation
- A25019142
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