Partly granted
The veteran's claim for a higher initial disability rating for right iliotibial band syndrome was denied. However, the veteran was granted an initial disability rating of 20 percent for low back strain.
The deciding factor: The decision was based on the evidence of record and the criteria outlined in the VA's Schedule for Rating Disabilities.
- Claimed conditions
- right iliotibial band syndrome, low back strain
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- January 7, 2025
- Citation
- A25001385
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