Granted
The Board granted service connection for lumbar strain and thoracolumbar scoliosis, as well as cervical lordosis, cervical disc disease, and cervical degenerative arthritis, based on the evidence showing a relationship to the Veteran's active duty.
The deciding factor: The Board found that the Veteran's current spine conditions are at least as likely as not related to his service due to reported in-service injuries and post-service medical records supporting a nexus between the in-service events and current disabilities.
- Claimed conditions
- lumbar strain and thoracolumbar scoliosis (lumbar spine disability), cervical lordosis, cervical disc disease, and cervical degenerative arthritis (cervical spine disability)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- November 18, 2025
- Citation
- A25100006
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