The Board denied the veteran's claims for higher initial ratings for left shoulder strain, right shoulder strain, and lumbosacral strain.

The deciding factor: The evidence of record did not support a finding that the Veteran's disabilities warranted ratings in excess of 20 percent or 10 percent, respectively, based on the degree of limitation of motion and functional loss due to pain with repeated use over time.

Claimed conditions

left shoulder strain, right shoulder strain, lumbosacral strain

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

None in this decision

Decision date

October 23, 2025

Citation

A25092203

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