The Board granted service connection for right hip pain, left hip pain, and bilateral shin splints. The claim for a rating in excess of 20 percent for left shoulder strain with rotator cuff tendonitis was denied, as were the claims for increased ratings for knee conditions and radiculopathy.

The deciding factor: The decision was based on the evidence showing that the Veteran's hip pain and shin splints had their onset during service and caused functional impairment of earning capacity, while the shoulder strain and other conditions did not meet the criteria for a higher rating.

Claimed conditions

right hip pain, left hip pain, bilateral shin splints

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

20%

Decision date

November 12, 2025

Citation

A25098304

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