The Board granted a 10 percent evaluation for left hip strain (limitation of adduction) but denied evaluations in excess of 10 percent for limitation of flexion and extension.

The deciding factor: The Veteran's left hip strain did not meet the criteria for higher ratings due to limited flexion, extension, or adduction beyond what was already granted.

Claimed conditions

left hip strain (limitation of flexion), left hip strain (limitation of extension), left hip strain (limitation of adduction)

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

None in this decision

Decision date

December 3, 2025

Citation

A25104124

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