The Board denied increased ratings for various musculoskeletal conditions, including left and right elbow disabilities, left and right knee patellofemoral syndrome with osteoarthritis and meniscal tear, right foot callus, and right knee instability. The decision also restored the 10 percent rating for left knee instability and right elbow radial head fracture.

The deciding factor: The evidence did not demonstrate that the Veteran's disabilities warranted higher ratings based on the applicable criteria and findings from examinations and treatment records.

Claimed conditions

Residuals of left elbow radial head fracture, Left elbow impairment of pronation, Left elbow limitation of extension, Elbow strain with residuals of right elbow fracture radial head with impairment of supination and pronation, Elbow strain with residuals of right elbow fracture radial head with limitation of flexion, Left knee patellofemoral syndrome with osteoarthritis and meniscal tear, Right knee patellofemoral syndrome with osteoarthritis and meniscal tear, Right knee limited extension, Right knee instability, Right foot callus, Left knee scars, Right knee scars

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

None in this decision

Decision date

November 18, 2025

Citation

A25100161

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