VA Disability for Foot Conditions
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- 0:00 Introduction
0:17 Common foot conditions related to military service
0:41 What does “loss of use” mean?
02:42 What are the elements of VA service connection?
04:59 Viewer Question: Do balance and stability issues count as loss of use?
07:16 Can you be service connected for multiple foot conditions at the same time?
09:03 C&P Exams for foot conditions (VA exams for service connection or for an increased rating)
12:59 What other types of evidence could you use to support a VA claim for a foot condition
16:58 What VA means by “functional loss”
18:23 Secondary service connection for a foot disability
22:02 Viewer Question: If you indicate an injury on your exit examination, but never got treatment, is that enough to start a claim for a foot or ankle condition?
24:50 What if you had a foot condition before starting your service?
26:10 VA ratings for foot disabilities
31:51 VA claims for foot conditions in the new Appeals Modernization system (AMA)
32:38 The Bilateral Factor in VA disability claims
35:27 Special Monthly Compensation (SMC) for Loss of Use
37:48 Total Disability due to Individual Unemployability (TDIU) / VA Unemployability for foot conditions
40:20 Common VA mistakes when adjudicating foot condition claims
42:58 Things to remember when working on your VA foot claim
READ the blog posts here:
Flat feet (pes planus) cck-law.com/news/va-disabilit...
Plantar Fasciitis cck-law.com/news/news-plantar...
Loss/Amputation or Loss of Use cck-law.com/news/va-amputatio...
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Thank you guys!(all of you)..I LOVE listening to all your VA information..very informative and easy listening:)
Thank you for tuning in!
Your office helped me to get a higher %. So thanks. Now i have my arches dropped and painful bunion on left leg & foot need help for service connected case.
Great info, Subscribed!
I had a c&p today for Rt foot issues, 4 surgeries, they measures all my scars, just about every toe, plus Taylor bunion
Fantastic video. Not just this one but for many of them
Had a broken toe . The break has calcified and causing nerve damage that has effected the way I walk and is causing back problems. I've fallen several times due to it grabbing a nerve.
It would be fantastic if you could do an entire video focused on toe problems. That would be helpful!
They might if you keep bugging them but toe the line.
I have been diagnosed with plantar fasciitis, flat feet, and even have had left ankle surgery but I cry listening to this because I know I will never get such help either in these areas. 😢 I've given up hope. Pattie Louise Ross (Aug1987-1993 service dates). Thanks for igniting my depression today!!😩😩😟😢
You can do it,I was in 81 to 87 didn't file till 2010 a rating till 2012 but I fell apart but the key is that my leg was hurt and put into my SRB, and I started from there anow I'm 60% but it took a lot of work and some help from the VFW, anyways get some help from a group like these guy's.
Did you get diagnosed in Service for any feet conditions. Don't give the VA what they want. They love people like you to cry and give up. I'm too stubborn to let them win. Never quit or retreat!!....To the victor goes the spoils..
I have drop foot and severe pain in left foot, due to a back injury with surgery but numerous times telling the doctors at my C & P exam they always blow me off. And I’m starting to get the same problem on my right leg and foot. I have problems walking, sitting, & standing. I have knee issues filled the questionnaire of all my problems. And it’s a in service injury.
I had plantar fasciitis release with gastroc recession surgery on service connected foot problems.as a result of the surgery some nerves were damaged causing permanent nerve damage with lose of sensation and paralysis of 4th and 5th toes. Can’t stand or sit more than 15 minutes.
I have both ankles fused at one joint due to tarsal coalition. I've been rated at 10% service connection for each ankle. Should I be able to claim bilateral factor? Does fusion of one of the three joints in your foot equal loss of use of that specific joint?
23 years ago, I put in for back and knee pain disability. It was documented in my service records for being treated for it. I was still denied. Since I couldn't submit this evidence again, I saw pain doctors with pages of medical treatments, still denied. Since denied, I had to request physical therapy to make life tolerable for the pain. Now I am not able to stand or walk. Filed for PTSD, even though diagnosed on Persian gulf registry, still denied. Was even recommended in denial that I no longer should go to TRP (trauma recovery program) for treatment since I was denied. Nevertheless, I have been in the TRP program for almost 20 years. I've been trying since 1997. My VSO has even told me countless times that I wont ever get help and that it would be useless to file since I am a woman and didn't see combat even though I served in Operation Desert Shield. I had considered suicide many times concerning this, so this video is long overdue yet unrealistic for African American women seeking compensation in the south. I've from Mississippi.(Pattie Ross, Greenville MS) You're free to look at the countless denials I've received from the Jackson VA regional office and medical center.☹️☹️☹️
Hang in there Patty. Keep fighting and getting treatment if you can.
This is so awful of them! SMH. Get a lawyer and keep fighting.
Relocate for awhile and you should not have a problem no need in keep bumping your head and letting them discourage you, it may be only for a season to turn things around in your life you deserve it from a fellow soldier...
Wow you have a hell of a story and not one of these reps reached out to you
I agree with Jimmy relocate. Right now I'm trying to help my uncle. Vietnam Vet, Purple Heart with Air Medals. Machine Gun door gunner. Been 50% since he got out. He lives in Arkansas. The struggle is real in the south.
I have both knees replaced and they worked fine for many years. Now both feet are constantly burning.
During BMT in 2016, I hurt my ankle during an activity. I went to med , they took and X-Ray and I was told that it was swollen inside, so I should give it time, it will heal by itself. I still feel the pain now whenever I do an activity. do I qualify for anything
PLS EXPLAIN THE ARTHRITIC DIAGNOSIS IN BOTH LEGS AND STANDING IN PLACE FOR MORE THAN A FEW MINUTES CAUSES BOTH LEGS TO STIFFEN UP IN THE THIGHS...
I had lower back surgery while on active duty, I have developed drop foot in my right foot.
Great talk soooo informative
Wow
I have shin splints,also status post post fasciotomy, problem. Thay did operated on my left lower leg. Every time I try to get upgraded they deny me. But now I have been treated with a brace for Drop foot
What about nerve damage due to frostbite?
What about neuropathy from chemo, the treatment for my prostate cancer?
I have two ankle fusions. I'm rated at 10% per ankle. Can you claim that because you cannot walk for long periods of time lead to more weight led to diabetes?
If you had hammertoe surgery while in the service and was rated at 0% can you file a secondary claim for foot pain, .and what will you need to justify that claim
I've been out since 1994. Feet are a messed up from all the running and hikes in boots. Nothing documented during service time. Can I get a rating for it? I have a 90% now with my back legs and other stuff
What’s the trigger for a va exam. Does that apply to sleep studies?
Foot pain i was diagnosed with bilater plantar fasciitis, claw-toe deformity 2nd though 5th toes, bolaterally, with infracalcanal heel spur , left foot, and equinus, bilateral ankles .in 2008 when i came back ffg or Iraq war i was denied and noticed of disagreement denied..Can o get help
Both of my arches collapsed while on active duty and I had to wear hard plastic arches after that. The VA claims they cannot find my medical records. I was treated on post and medical facility. This was in appoximately in 1990 at Ft. Riley. How would I would go about that?
What if you have multiple foot/ankle issues?
What if you enter the military with flat feet? And mep exam fail to noted .please advise
What about foot fungus in Vietnam?
Does that mean if I have arthritis in both feet from working in the supply division on that ship working 12 hours every day
wow, you folks gave me a lot of info I had a compound fracture in the army in 1974 I was having lots of problems in 1990 {still am}because of that fracture went to the VA they denied me any ratings they said my pain is because of my age can I go back and try again I still have paperwork from the army base I was at I can barely walk now...
Anything service connected is a viable claim. I would go pay a private doctor to do an exam for you because they don’t have the same biases as the va doctors. Collect any lay statements from your family or past employers who were aware it was causing you problems. Once you get all of your evidence together including the pertinent military evidence then file your claim on the VA website or get a VSO to file it for you. They will likely send you for an exam for your rating and present your evidence during your evaluation. Think of this like it’s an insurance claim because that’s basically what it is. No evidence, no claim. If you have evidence then you have a claim.
Can I claim pes planus and plantar fascia?
If I have a service connected injury on my ankle for instability and the other one for open reduction internal fixation, can I file a secondary claim for arthritis?
Great point on how the VA splits hair with plantar fasciitis & pes planus.
Secondary claim s.
I was diagnosed with flat feet on my entrance exam in 1966.
Barry W Jones Sr A-Symptomatic?
Alot of walking and running is in the military, especially the Army. I know I have foot problems, from countless miles of walking and running. I also have rashes on my feet from using the barracks showers. Is there any way to file a claim if you never went to sick call for foot problems, but you knew there was something wrong?
My left has been killing me for years, that’s why l was a cheerleader on my football team for four years, just could not run, working out now and it’s is such a pain, broke it in Germany and prematurely took the cast off to be a real soldier, not out for me now, getting bookoo worst.
I had really bad toenail infections from basic training and had both big toenails removed in my technical school. Can I claim that? And if so, how would I word that etc on a claim??
Wanted to ask, I am service connected for hear failure, which caused kidney failure which gives me gout. Is gout something that I could file for? Thank you
how do they rate athletes foot conditions
I get 50% bi-lateral pes planus. Medically separated after botched foot reconstruction. No benefits when I was separated. Army claimed foot condition “a symptomatic pes planus” existed prior to service. Currently fighting it in the Army Board of Corrections. Is that something you can help with?
Wow! The military caused the worsening there of meaning you have a claim. Do it!
It can be under aggravation of the service condition, medical records from the surgery and statements STATE ONLY HOW IT FEELS WHEN IT HURTS.
It's always better to seek medical treatment outside the VA and particularly with board certified medical specialists and have them fill out DBQs, and diagnosis with a nexus rationale to your in service events. Layman evidence should always be in the form of a notarized affidavit (Jurat) sworn statement, and last but not least, prescription drugs prescribed by your treating physician's
How can I get in contact with such a doctor, please give me a address and telephone numbers 🙏
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How can I create an affidavit
I have burning feet and pretty sure I have RLS I have a 40% degenerative disk disease and 10%. I’ve done some research and I see that my back condition can trigger burning feet and RLS just don’t know if my findings are gonna hold water with the VA
How can I reach you guys to get a consultation
What is SMC L-2?
The Army and VA are bad at diagnosing foot conditions. For years I have suffered from Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction but neither could identify it. They identified my condition as a foot injury to pes planus. Neither considered what was actually causing the low arch. I had to research it myself. .
Greetings from Colorado; While I was in the military, I applied for jump school with the First Special Forces Group, and I was turned down because of a heart condition (I think it was a skipped beat or something similar). But I have nothing in writing about it (it must exist somewhere) - This could be helpful for my VA disability claim. How do I get this particular record? Thanks
can you shed some light on my recent scenario/experience with VA? I have 2 different service connected bone breaks on 2 separate occasions (1 bone is a fractured scapula and the other bone is a fractured clavicle). I am already getting 20% for fractured clavicle and recently filed a new claim for fractured scapula. It appears they are trying to combine the two into one injury. For example, the status on their website -they are marking my NEW claim as an "increase". I called the VA customer service number and they guy said they consider the scapula and clavicle the same bone---that is crazy! The clavicle is the collar bone on your front side near adams apple and the scapula is the shoulder blade bone on your backside. both have 2 different symptoms. Please explain this logic. Thank you
Navy corpsman remove Ingrown toe nail at a Navy clinic . I am a Marine .That still hurts and ache today 20 years ago . They made me go back to the corpsman 5 day strait to clean the wound . I think because of complication . Causes me to limp now . Think nerve damage . Do I have a case ? Anyone ?
If you're deciding whether to file a claim, check out our video on the VA Claims Process where we discuss what VA considers a disability and what kinds of evidence you would need to submit a claim: czcams.com/video/5ZTZC-mEC20/video.html
When I retired from the Army 17 years ago I was rated at 0% for a bone spur and tendinitis. I now have pain when I move that foot/ankle. Can I get at least 10% for painful motion assuming they find nothing else upon examination?
James's i definitely would go back and see you cant get any lower than what you are now
Have service connected from accident but did not list knee and back as not listed in any notes but as age comes feels more often
@Michael McDaris, it is possible to file a secondary claim for your other conditions. To learn more check this out :cck-law.com/blog/how-to-file-a-va-claim-for-secondary-service-connection
5:07 loss of balance/use
I see Dr. to trim
nails that get to hard to cut, also have fugaus on them. Is this some thing claim.
I entered the military with existing documented flat feet, which I had no problems while in the military. However, years after I got out I have bunions, bone spurs on both foot and arthritis on both big toes with severe pain. Can I file a claim for aggravation of my flat feet from my 26 years of service at this point?
@Willie J. Welcome, yes we encourage you to file a claim. As well we recommend working with a Veteran Service Organization ( VSO) such as our colleagues at the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) to help file the claim. They can be reached at (859) 859-441-7300.
I am 90% disabled with IU. RBKA-got SMC. Now got partial left foot amputation. Can I claim another disability?
I needed an extra size shoe and inserts made special for right foot. Etc. Etec .etec...
I went in for my foot exam and the doc told me to take my shoes off and stand straight up. He called my feet pancakes since they were so flat 😂😑, hopefully I get something for it
Tony P Lmaooo
That happened to me when I just wanted them to check out a bunion I developed during the military, and mainly just wanted them to do surgery on it (this was within a year after I got out). They ended up telling me my feet became flat and I got 30% additional rating for that, which I was not expecting at all. I didn’t know it was a thing for ratings either which is why I never though of it. Hopefully you get or got the same rating. However, I never got the bunion surgery.
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I have bone spurs; arthritis; inability to bend toes & extreme pain. I’m sure it’s service connected
Put your claim in at e-benifits
I was just awarded 30% for bilateral pes planus with plantar fasciitis, degenerative arthritis, and hallus limitus. I feel this rating is low. I have custom orthotics and still have to be prescribed topical pain and anti-inflammation creams. I'm thinking about doing a higher level review. Do you think it's worth my effort? With my current ratings, I'm at 93%. So close!
That does sound low! I'm hoping for 50%, all my research on planus and fasciitis alot of people got rated for 50% with both injuries. Luckily my examiner diagnosed fasciitis bunions athletes foot and callus on heel. So I'm gonna be pissed if the rating isn't 50%. I study the rating guidelines of the keywords and I make sure I say them 3 times during the exam so there is no question if they didn't type those keywords into the computer! I'll report back my rating will come thru in the next week I'm sure of it.
The VA is sending me for a C&P exam I have diagnosed bi lateral pes plantus at 30% and Residual stress fractures with history of cellulitis . At 20 % total rated at 50% . I had a 5 yr appeal and they offered me the rating in 2010 I got out at 10% with pes plantus in 2005 . They say I have hammertoe on the records also but I don’t get a rating I’m glad you said that in this video . I’m not thinking they are going bring me in to raise my claim . Is it really routine because I haven’t had one follow up since 2005 .
@Brandon McNeely, VA usually reevaluates veterans’ service-connected disabilities
between two and five years from the date of the decision to grant VA disability benefits.
The purpose of reevaluation is to verify either the continued existence and/or the current severity of a service-connected condition.
Chisholm Chisholm & Kilpatrick LTD it’s been 9 years since I’ve had the increase . The lady at the regional office on the phone when I called yesterday and blurted out that they were looking at my treatment records from 2011 and 2014 so I think they are looking to try and lower it they never even sent me a notice in the mail they just called and said I had 30 days to schedule an appointment but when I called they only offered me one appointment .
I haven’t been called in once since I got out in 2005 . I’m always injuring my foot but now that I have a reasonable accommodation at work I work for VA I miss many days because of my inability to get my swollen foot into a steel toe boot .
I’m not required to bring a note because the condition is listed as chronic by VA. So I haven’t been going for treatment as much because one it’s an 84 mile round trip and two when I do go the Dr. sees my foot and says I shouldn’t be doing any work for two weeks at a time and I’ll use up all of my sick time .
I’m a 13 yr employee I only have 6 hours of sick time currently due to my foot . Also we just had a temporary director for 3 months from VBA and I can’t help but think this is related . Do I have the right to see what the regional office is saying on their computer? Do I need to submit any evidence to them now or only if they propose to decrease ? Thanks .
Chisholm Chisholm & Kilpatrick LTD also does a reduction proposal physical show up different than an RFE or are the two the same ? Thanks
@@trickheaddd - what happened with your claim. My case is similar to yours and they called me in for another C & P exam after 30 years when I filed for an increase for PTSD.
Question , does. VA go back to your active duty medical records as well as your medical records to review for documents ? I was in active duty then a break in service, then went in the Army National Guard. So short and sweet , does VA pull all medical records when you were in the military ? Thanks for your time.
Your active duty records are the basis for your condition. You don’t have to have it documented before hand to claim it is a condition now. They will send you to be screened
I broke my foot and it healed back crooked as I was told it was a bad sprain in 1998. I walked with a limp for years and have developed knee, hip, and back issues. Herniation in the S1,L5 area...
That sounds almost exactly what happened to me in 1988.
I had a document back injury in 99 right before I got out . But I had hurt it back in SOI in 96 . Didn’t know what it was at first . Always popped up every know and then . 12 years later I had surgery S1,L5 fro sciatica . Then surgery last year . Im going through VA claims insider and the coach said I had no chance. My “moderate” documented flat feet contributed to lots of conditions for me
How much of a rating can I get for achilles tendonitis of Im already service connected for arthritis?
10-20%
Very educational. How could I reach out and get the opportunity to speak with one of you?
Hello! Give us a call at (888) 559-1385 for a free case evaluation. Have a great day!
is it possible to see my medical records from my time in service? 1968 - 1970
Yes you can. I was 66-70 and got almost everything from St. Louis service center. I am missing a portion of my medical records. When you apply ask for medical and all other records. Good luck.
When I got out I moved to Australia for 14 years. I've had foot issues with gout and osteoarthritis with medical records for that time. While I was in I had the same issue but being on destroyers it was recorded as several sprains. When I got out I wanted to be completely done with the Navy, being overseas i never contacted the VA until the past year, ( I've been back in the u.s. for 4 years now). I haven't been able to hold a job for more than 2 years since getting out. Anyway, hate to whine, just wondering if there is any point bothering with a claim.
You said you had documentation. If they happened within a year of separation you have a fighting chance. Something very similar happened to me with gout. I don't have any documentation showing I went to the doctor so there isn't much I can do.
If you had moderate pes planus and mild hallux valgus when you first enlisted in your entry exam, and later on down the road you have foot issues that have gotten worse, can you still file a claim for those issues?
@Jesse Monroy, if you believe your foot issues had gotten worse due to service, we encourage you to file a claim.
Absolutely, that’s what happened to me.
I got toenail fungi, while in the service I know I went to the clinic for it but I can't find it in my records I have tried to cure the problem but it keeps coming back can this fall under a disability
i have the same issue toenail fungus will not go away with foot pain etc
I had it in my big toe, my nail was yellow and painful, and I put Vicks around and in my toe nail before I went to bed. I did this for a week and it went away
What do I do when a portion of my medical records are missing? I know because I was in the hospital twice, but records don’t show second time.
Sorry to hear that Steve I'm in the same boat was hospitalized in basic for two weeks no records and I'm not sure what to do also.
@@willieanderson839 - you can get a buddy statement which is basically anybody who is in there with you or family members I knew about your condition to write a formal statement. This does qualify as evidence where medical evidence is lost or lacking.
I just was diagnosed with plantar fascial fibromatosis for both feet what does this mean for my baby rating? Is that still under plantar fasciitis?
How about diabetes, hypertension, high blood pressure, diabetes 2, neuropathy
I have nerve damage from have left foot surgery back in 1987 I was rated at 10 % an my I never walk right for over 30 years an my back is been out since 2000 Iam fusion now I my back start goin out again in 2016 now it worse again 2 3 34 are bad now it was 4 5 an s 1 an I broke my right in services to an I have surgery on it an below my right knee I was denied any more because of the doctor when u went to my appointment my Va which is not a specialist in any of my problem he just family doctor but I have wear brace on both my feet now an I have plantar fasciitis in my left foot an drop foot foot in both feet an I got arthritis an my back is is mess up because i didnt walk right for 30 years even my doctor from Va who have seen for past 6 years my back is do to not walking right an I have appeal there decision but that been 3 years ago an I post go in first board they plus I try to get my medical records but the va took them so how am post go about them plus I dont have lawyer there are not that many around or they dont have time for me thank you Norm
I entered the army with existing flat foot I had no problems, but ten years after I got out I have bunions on both foot and arthritis on both big toes with pain can I file a secondary claim for aggravation
Our video on secondary service connection and aggravation might help: cck-law.com/video/secondary-service-connection-aggravation/
How do you claim bilateral factor? Just returned from C&P and physician had not heard of this and said they have nothing to do with ratings.
Did you file for bi lateral??
No, I thought it would not increase my %. I currently get 10% for each foot.
I guess I don't know how to successfully proceed with a bilateral claim.
@@bobrichardson3854 You go on e benefits and file bi lateral. I don't know if you have file a supplemental claim.but I know you need new a relevant evidence how your 10% deserves an increase. Your symptoms have gotten worse and how you are effected today. Ask the VA or look online how to file an increase.
I broke both my ankles in the military. I get 10% for each foot. I just filled for flat feet as well. Are they connected in anyway? I tore my ligaments in my left ankle in 1994 and broke my right ankle in 1996.
Just 10%?
@@russell311000 Yeah! But I did get 30% for flat feet.
@@TheCruzan26 I'm flat foot as well. I came in with arches and now I'm flat foot. Thanks for the info,
@@russell311000 I hope you file and get approved
@@TheCruzan26 Ty,
How can I get in touch with you guys
@Mike West, thank you for reaching out to us. Please contact one of our client development specialist at 844-549-4500 to determine if we can help you. There is no charge for this call. Thank you, and we look forward to speaking with you soon.
What about heal spurs
Good info, but you could take out 100 'ums' and it would still be too many.
My partner has had 3 surgeries on bottom of his feet.(both) he has a remand from VA right now that he received in January. Still waiting. He was in Vietnam in combat and spread AO . Wore his wet boots soaked with AO for months . Does he stand a chance
Of a VA rating .
He has plantar fascia and doctors say he will continue to have more surgeries.
M.P. Oliver One of the surgeries remover a cellular variant s
I am watching your video on foot conditionsand I have 10 percent for neuropathy in both legs , can I get more for increased pain ...I am numb from my knees down and feel like i,m walking on golf balls...my condition is related to diebetes[ secondary]. Please get back to me.. I,ve contacted u last month about an e_fib claim and am still waiting for a decision...! Thank u,,,!!!
I just wrote u a letter from laverle martin she is my wife,,, i,m richard martin
What do you do when the examiner does not conduct the actual examination? Lies on the exam, and is not prepared for the exam. I had one that did not conduct the exams, but filled out the DBQ's with alot of inaccurate information, including job.
I have burning feet, non diabetic, and was denied any service connection, Viet Nam 1968
@SSternberg, we're sorry to hear that your claim was denied. If you are interested in a free consultation to determine if we can help you, please reach out to our office at (844) 567-1185. Thank you.
If surgery from VA messed up the foot does this qualify for service connection.
After 3 surgeries, my ankle is fused, I have too wear special shoes, foot locks up and cramps on regular basis and constant pain. Use is extremely limited and I have to use a cane. Does this qualify as service connection or loss of use?
A lot of this video pertains to my personal claim. Where are you located? Do you help disabled veterans in texas?
Good morning,
We are located in Rhode Island but serve clients nationwide and internationally. You can reach our office at (401) 331-6300. Thank you!
Can I put a claim in for my ingrown toe nail ? Still hurts today .
Wow I had that same issue when I was active duty army an also in the national guard I just ordered my medical records to see what I can do
Carolina Muscle I won my claim got a 10 percent rating . The VA operated on my toe again . I think that why I got it . Also have chronic pain their still today . It never goes away . If your pain doesn’t go away . Make sure you let them know .
@@americaawesome8271 damn only 10% guess that's better than nothing Im working on my claim now
Carolina Muscle it open the door for other stuff . Take advantage of it . You earn it .
I have Platar faciidus both feet. & obese .. I know I spelled it very wrong...I get 10 hearing , loss , 10, tinnitus , 10 acid reflux . 50 mental health . my question is there a nexis for my foot problem do you think ?
What about frost bite and flat feet?
Frost bite must be a claim also . I putting in claim next week . thanks
@M.P. Oliver yes ( cold weather training)
@M.P. Oliver i will thanks so much
You guys are really busy 😔
If you are wearing insoles that have relieved your plantar fasciitis, can you still get a claim?
You are going to tell them you have relief?
Does toe fungus count as a disability
Im service connected with one foot, i limp a lot and walking is painful...can i service connect my other foot? It hurts and just developed spurs too
Hello @Oscar P, if you believe your service-connected disability resulted in the development of a second disability, you may be eligible for disability benefits for the second condition. Read more about secondary disabilities here: cck-law.com/blog/what-is-a-secondary-service-connected-disability/
file secondary get a diagnoses from your doctor
Dont forget overcompensation
I have 90%...70% PTSD, 50% Sleep Apena , 20% RT Knee OSTO, 10% Rt Ankle broken, 10% back, 10% HBP, ,, How in the world can i get a 100 percent?
I would have been admitted for inpatient PTSD if it wouldn’t have bankrupted me. But if I had then possibly the higher rating for PTSD. Personally I think I would be pretty happy if I had 90 because I would be happy if I never had to go back to the VA. However if you can’t work you can apply for permanent and total to get to 100.
@@boxelder9167 P&T you can work.
47 years later a bunnyun & deformed big right toe, my big toe it some times slopes under my other toes
I have it on my left big toe. Except I had surgery in the Army. It didn't work so now 40 years later I have to have surgery again approved by the VA
I had my surgery again in May of 2022 VA approved. I now have to have surgery again VA approved because the doctor did it wrong. I am waiting on a higher appeal for not receiving 100% while recovering from the first surgery. I have had left hip and back problems from walking on the outside of my foot. Can I claim secondary conditions on my hip and back
Plus arthritics , bone spurs apeared
Is foot condition, different from a skin condition?
That is the stone wall where I am at, I am direct SC for lower back and secondary for lower extremities ridiculopathy.
I have feet pain that coincides same time it started during my ridiculopathy agony and a lot of these doctors say that back pain does NOT cause feet pain.
The only doctors who miraculously believe that my feet pain is associated to my back is my VA Podiatrist and it is annotated within my notes.
Also found out according to a diagram of the human spine and spinal cord nerves associated to different internal body parts that is connected, heck, my SC lower back pain is primarily because of L5 S1, low and behold L5 S1 is associated with FEET!🤷🏻♂️
How dare ANY doctors disagree with the very medical textbooks they study from in their universities, the audacity!
I have the same back issue and I'm SC for it as well. My feet have always bothered me but my back stays in pain as well as the radiating pain in my legs. My weight has jumped up tremendously and I'm well overweight. I'm 29, 5'7, and weigh 264. I'm obese definitely by definition. Within the last few months I have told the provider at the VA that I have had this going on. He has given me insoles and even before then I purchased asics, new balance and Adidas. My feet are suffering.
Gulf war veteran yall need to look into secondary service claims
Need to look into secondary service claims
@@angelocollins3372, that’s what I am claiming. My feet secondary to lower back...
@@antonioreyes2692 sounds good but get a nexus letter from ur doctor if he will right u one and do u have foot drop and do u know what rom is
Bad advice about not tailoring your symptoms based on DBQ. This is how the VA lowballs you.
Primary - Gulf war
At time 35:28 , why hell does she think loosing your foot is funny? : \
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