The veteran's claim for higher ratings for shoulder and back conditions was denied, but a 10% rating for plantar fasciitis was granted effective February 16, 2023.

The deciding factor: The decision was based on the lack of medical evidence showing the required level of functional loss or limitation of motion.

Claimed conditions

left shoulder labral tear, right shoulder labral tear, lumbosacral strain with degenerative arthritis, plantar fasciitis, bilateral, hypertension

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

10%

Decision date

January 29, 2025

Citation

A25008269

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