The veteran was granted initial ratings of 20% for lumbosacral strain and 10% for limitation of extension in both knees, but denied increased ratings for patellofemoral pain syndrome.

The deciding factor: The decision was based on the Veteran's range of motion and functional loss due to pain during flare-ups and repeated use over time.

Claimed conditions

lumbosacral strain, limitation of extension of the left knee, limitation of extension of the right knee, patellofemoral pain syndrome of the left knee with limitation of flexion, patellofemoral pain syndrome of the right knee with limitation of flexion

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

None in this decision

Decision date

January 24, 2025

Citation

A25006524

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