Denied
The Board denied an increased rating for TMJ and bilateral shin splints, as the evidence did not support a higher disability rating based on the current severity of the conditions.
The deciding factor: The Board found that the Veteran's TMJ disorder and bilateral shin splints did not meet the criteria for a higher rating due to their current severity and treatment requirements.
- Claimed conditions
- temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ), bilateral shin splints
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- October 17, 2025
- Citation
- A25089634
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