The Board granted increased initial ratings of 60 percent for sensorimotor peripheral neuropathy of both lower extremities, as well as service connection and a TDIU.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's symptoms were characterized as 'severe' incomplete paralysis with marked muscular atrophy, meeting the criteria for a higher rating under DC 8520. The secondary conditions were also supported by evidence of nerve damage causing foot deformities and muscle atrophy.
- Claimed conditions
- sensorimotor peripheral neuropathy of the right lower extremity, sensorimotor peripheral neuropathy of the left lower extremity, acquired pes cavus and hammertoes of the right foot, acquired pes cavus and hammertoes of the left foot
- How they argued it
- Secondary to another service-connected condition
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 60%
- Decision date
- December 2, 2025
- Citation
- A25103297
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