The Veteran's left leg disability, specifically shin splints, is granted as service-connected. The initial rating for TBI and headaches are also granted at a 10% level, with the forehead scar rated at 10%. The case is remanded for further evaluation of other issues.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's left leg disability began during service and has continued since then, meeting the criteria for direct service connection.
- Claimed conditions
- Left Leg Shin Splints
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- April 8, 2026
- Citation
- A26032480
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