The Board granted an evaluation of 10 percent, but not higher, for trochanteric pain syndrome, impairment of thigh, left hip and from March 1, 2022, to August 17, 2023, for trochanteric pain syndrome, limitation of thigh extension, left hip. However, a compensable evaluation was denied from August 17, 2023, and an evaluation in excess of 10 percent for the same condition was also denied.

The deciding factor: The decision was based on the range of motion measurements and the impact of pain during movement, which did not meet the criteria for a higher rating under the applicable diagnostic codes.

Claimed conditions

trochanteric pain syndrome, impairment of thigh, left hip, trochanteric pain syndrome, limitation of thigh extension, left hip, trochanteric pain syndrome, limitation of flexion of thigh, left hip

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

10%

Decision date

November 19, 2025

Citation

A25100443

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