Veterans with disabilities on the right and left sides of their body or in paired skeletal muscles may qualify for the bilateral factor.
Musculoskeletal System
Articles about VA disability benefits for veterans with musculoskeletal conditions.
VA Disability Benefits for Compartment Syndrome
The compartment syndrome VA rating is based on the severity of symptoms and is determined using varying diagnostic codes. This post explains.
Veterans Can Get a Costochondritis or Tietze Syndrome VA Rating
Veterans with Tietze syndrome or costochondritis caused by their military service may be eligible for a VA rating. Find out how.
Getting a TMJ VA Disability Rating
If you’re a veteran with a TMJ diagnosis or experiencing symptoms, you may be eligible for a TMJ VA rating.
VA Rating for Bruxism
This post explains the bruxism VA rating and how you may be able to qualify, particularly if you develop TMD.
VIDEO: What You Need to Show the VA to Receive a Higher Rating for Neck and Back Disabilities
What do you need to show the VA to get a higher rating for neck and back disabilities? VA disability lawyer Cecilia Ton explains.
VIDEO: Plantar Fasciitis VA Rating
Can you get VA disability benefits for plantar fasciitis or flat feet? VA disability lawyer Joe Scott explains.
Getting an Osteoporosis VA Rating
The risk of osteoporosis is high for many veterans. If the condition ties back to your service, you may be eligible for an osteoporosis VA rating.
Getting a Tendonitis VA Rating
Veterans with tendonitis connected to their military service could be owed VA disability compensation. Learn more.
VA Rating for Foot Pain and Related Conditions
Veterans with service-connected foot pain and conditions like plantar fasciitis or flatfeet may be eligible for VA compensation.
Lumbosacral Strain VA Rating
If you’re a veteran who believes you have service-connected lumbosacral strain, read on to learn more about the lumbosacral strain VA rating.
Getting VA Disability for Hip Pain and Related Conditions
If you have hip pain because of an in-service injury or related service-connected condition, you may be eligible for VA disability compensation.
