The Board denied an initial disability rating greater than 10 percent for left knee strain, finding that the Veteran's symptoms did not meet the criteria for a higher rating.

The deciding factor: The limitations in flexion and extension of the left knee did not meet or more nearly approximate the criteria for a higher rating under DC 5260. Additionally, there was no evidence of ankylosis, recurrent subluxation, or other factors that would warrant a higher rating.

Claimed conditions

left knee strain

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

10%

Decision date

October 10, 2025

Citation

A25088019

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