The Veteran's bilateral lower extremity restless leg syndrome was manifested by no more than mild incomplete paralysis affecting the femoral and sciatic nerves throughout the appeal period, resulting in a denial of increased ratings.
The deciding factor: The VA examiner found that the Veteran had mild incomplete paralysis bilaterally without any accompanying abnormal reflexes or reduced muscle strength, which does not meet the criteria for a rating in excess of 10 percent.
- Claimed conditions
- Restless Leg Syndrome
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- March 17, 2026
- Citation
- A26023851
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- Granted
The Veteran's RLE and LLE Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) have been granted a disability rating of 20 percent, but no higher.,Hernia surgery scars are remanded for further evaluation.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's OSA and restless leg syndrome are remanded for further review due to conflicting medical opinions regarding their onset and causation.
- Granted
The Veteran's claim for an earlier effective date of August 27, 2019, for a 10 percent disability rating for bilateral restless leg syndrome is granted.
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