Category: Physical Conditions
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Radiculopathy VA Disability Ratings
You may qualify for a radiculopathy VA rating if your condition directly results from your military service. Radiculopathy, a nerve disorder caused by spinal compression or inflammation, can lead to debilitating pain, weakness, and numbness in the arms or legs. In this post, we examine how the VA rates radiculopathy, the steps to establish a…
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When Do You Need a Nexus Letter for a VA Claim?
VA disability claims can be complex and frustrating, particularly when it comes to proving service connection for your condition. A Nexus Letter is often the missing piece that help veterans establish the link between their military service and their current disability. But when do you need a Nexus Letter for a VA claim? In this…
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How Much Weight Does a C&P Exam Have?
In this blog, we’ll break down the critical role of the C&P exam, how to tell if your exam went well, what could go wrong during the process, and how to access your C&P exam results. If you are a veteran navigating the VA disability claims process, you’ve likely encountered or heard about the Compensation…
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6 Common VA Secondary Conditions to Migraines
Chronic (long-term) migraines often cause or worsen other severe conditions, such as sleep, mood, and digestive disorders. If you are a veteran, receiving, or applying for migraine disability compensation, you may be interested in knowing that if your service-connected migraine condition leads to a VA-ratable secondary condition, you could be entitled to a higher VA…
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8 Common VA Secondary Conditions to Hypertension
If you have service-connected hypertension, you may be eligible for a higher VA disability rating—especially if your high blood pressure has caused or worsened another VA-ratable health condition. The VA recognizes several secondary conditions to hypertension, including heart disease, kidney disease, and even erectile dysfunction (ED). In this post, we’ll examine how high blood pressure…
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How a GERD DBQ Strengthens Your VA Claim
Researchers estimate that approximately 20% of people in the U.S. have a gastrointestinal disorder called gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). If you were diagnosed with GERD, you most likely know how its symptoms can interfere with your day-to-day life because GERD is more than just an occasional experience of indigestion. If you feel your GERD was…
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Service Connecting VA Sleep Apnea Secondary to Weight Gain (as an Intermediate Step)
For many veterans, sleep apnea is not just an isolated condition—it’s linked to other issues like weight gain, medication side effects, or service-connected physical limitations. Fortunately, you may be able to connect these factors through an intermediate step making a case for sleep apnea as secondary to your existing conditions. In this post, we’ll explain…
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Nexus Letter for Sleep Apnea Secondary to Depression
If your VA claim was denied or you didn’t receive the disability rating you deserve, you may benefit from a nexus letter. A nexus letter helps connect your condition to your military service while providing validity to your VA claim. In this post, we’ll explore how a nexus letter for sleep apnea secondary to depression…
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How a Sleep Apnea DBQ Can Support Your VA Claim
If you are a veteran with sleep apnea, you understand how symptoms can interfere with your day-to-day life. Lack of sleep can interfere with many functions needed to get through the day, such as focusing, remembering things, and completing basic tasks. If you believe that your sleep apnea was the result of (or worsened by)…
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7 Physical Symptoms of PTSD in Veterans
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is primarily known for its psychological, emotional, and mood symptoms, but it can have a significant impact on your life in other ways. PTSD can lead to physical symptoms that affect daily life, from trouble sleeping and muscle tension to chronic pain and digestive issues. Recognizing when physical signs of PTSD manifest…