The Board denied the veteran's claim for a disability rating higher than 20% for chronic lumbosacral strain with IVDS. The decision was based on the lack of evidence showing severe limitations in spinal movement or incapacitating episodes.

The deciding factor: The evidence did not show forward flexion of the thoracolumbar spine to 30 degrees or less, nor any ankylosis or its functional equivalent.

Claimed conditions

chronic lumbosacral strain with intervertebral disc syndrome (IVDS)

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

None in this decision

Decision date

January 14, 2025

Citation

A25003081

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