Partly granted
The Board granted a higher initial rating of 40 percent for degenerative arthritis, degenerative disc disease, lumbosacral strain, and scoliosis, but remanded the other issues.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's limitation of flexion to 30 degrees or less was found after considering her pain and functional impairment during flare-ups and on repeated use over time.
- Claimed conditions
- Degenerative arthritis, Degenerative disc disease, Lumbosacral strain, Scoliosis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 40%
- Decision date
- November 20, 2025
- Citation
- A25101210
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