The Board granted a 40 percent evaluation for the Veteran's lumbosacral strain with spinal stenosis, spondylolisthesis, and intervertebral disc syndrome, as well as radiculopathy of the left and right lower extremities.

The deciding factor: The Veteran's low back disability more nearly approximates the functional equivalent to favorable ankylosis due to severe flare-ups and painful motion resulting in functional loss and limited movement.

Claimed conditions

lumbosacral strain with spinal stenosis, spondylolisthesis, and intervertebral disc syndrome, radiculopathy of the left lower extremity, radiculopathy of the right lower extremity

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

40%

Decision date

December 12, 2025

Citation

A25107696

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