VA Disability for Nerve Damage and Nerve Conditions

[@CCK_Law]

Thank you for watching. We hope you find the information helpful!

[@michaelseddens7443]

If anybody need to get any information on me they can get in touch with my psychologist at VA hospital

[@benjaminhotchkiss9746]

Does nerve damage cause legs to have uncontrollable shaking of legs or arms jerk

[@marypowell5390]

Don’t know what Apeal I filled

[@judyhinchey7415]

@@michaelseddens7443 is kook

[@g.guerrero9678]

I'm happy to hear you guys care I know it's not free to ask for help but we (veterans) Need your expertise

[@james9240]

Thank you for your professional viewpoint. It's very difficult to explain these conditions and injuries that we, as 'common men and woman' have experienced in our tour of duty in any of the Armed Services. As a person who has dealt with this injury/condition for over three decades; it is good to see and hear, that people are telling the truth about what 'we the people, have known for such a long time, maybe, now, myself and others can find some peace in our pursuit of our Justice.' Thank you

[@frederickpayne9822]

Awesome video for introduction to Nerve Damage, an example is my particular case with damage to both arms (Hands, Elbows, and Shoulders) related to Back and Feet. I was diagnosed with Bi-Lateral Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and had both hands released at the wrist, Median Nerve. One of the Most unknown occupational hazards is called Vibration Syndrome and there are two forms of Vibration Injuries, and they are "Whole Body Vibration Syndrome" and Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome" HAVS Damages the nerves and micro vascular circulation in the Hands, Arms, Shoulders and back. HAVS is most often misdiagnosed as Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. The National Institute of Occupational and Safety and the CDC have clearly documented that HAVS and CTS are separate and distinct damages. The Rub is that the VA is Allowed too intentionally misrepresent medical conditions. The VA clearly presented false medical facts to the Veterans Court. The VA stated in Court Filings and Numerous rating decisions that HAVS and CTS are one and the same based on the signs and symptoms. A key factor in the HAVS and WBVS is the circulatory damages caused by the vibration. Vibration induced injuries damages the nerve in two ways verses a single type of injury. Of concern is the fact that when the VA's misrepresentation to the Court was allowed to stand in multiple rating and court decisions. My particular case was filed in July of 1992 and has never been completely settled. I certainly would be willing to work with CCK on HAVS and WBVS education that could possibly be used in a future Video. These videos are critical in educating veterans on how the system works.

[@josephmountjoy5025]

Have you seen cases of nerve damage due to an improperly placed injection? One of the immunizations we recieved was in the upper buttock, and the first time went well for me with little pain aside from temporary soreness. The second time though I noticed much higher pain upon injection, and since then (4 years ago) I have pain that lasts anywhere from a few days to a few weeks, then I'll have some good days, and it'll happen again. When it gets bad it's a sharp stabbing pain from the injection area down into my upper thigh, and it has made my leg give out in the past, either keeping me from standing up out of a seat, or almost falling anytime it spikes up while walking. It's very hard to deal with and I can no longer do manual labor, which is all I knew for work.

[@gtoexpress8111]

To the veterans go online download the DBQ forms for all your claim conditions and have your doctor fill it according to your level of incomplete paralysis mild moderate and severe depending on how the rating is for the big 3 as i call them the higher percent you will get - Remember this veteran you want your doctor to do your c&p exam before the VA even schedules you one -

[@Blgtn43]

Air Force firefighters were soaked in JP4, JP8 at Chanute fire school and their home bases during pit fire training. You had to wring the fuel out of your gear.

[@chicago44tj]

Thank you for this information. But, it appears to me that Veterans should eliminate Primary Care Doctors that lacks the knowledge and information that you guys have.

[@glutenfreegam3r177]

I basically agree...the last visit I had with my primary care, they told me that "maybe your pain is just in your head" Lost faith in VA doctors that very instant.

[@chicago44tj]

@@glutenfreegam3r177 EXACTLY!!!!, I told my p.c.d. you sound just like my mind, however my body said stop listening to BUFFOONS! He was hot! after that statement Lol

[@tommartin5667]

Question: If you are service connected for essential tremors of your arms and medication improves things, how will that improvement impact your percentage? Do they rate on symptoms before or after medication? I am a 69 year old veteran.

[@johnnoneya5758]

I'm Johnny Maloy, I 100%service connected thru the VA because of head damage.. I take nerve meds.. Can I get an upgrade??

[@cherylagyemane8672]

100% is the max

[@tommylee7769]

Information on spinal cord unjury please. I have an appy on Nov 18yj with the SCI/Disorder unit

[@mattipps]

I have what I would consider severe nerve pain from an injury in service and service connected. Required a nerve stimulator to give me some sort of relief. When I do my c&p exam do I need to turn off the nerve stimulator as it changes my ROM and pain signals? Very worried about this.

[@casuallevelexpert3112]

Is it correct there is no 0% rating for Sciatica and Radiculopathy lower extremities? The 38CFR is so vague and terms like “mild, moderate, moderately severe, and severe” are extremely subjective. Any insight you can provide is helpful. Thank you!

[@livininmexico3811]

I was diagnosed with Bilateral Foraminal Stenosis after service. In service I had a fall landing on my lower back on a steel watertight door edge. Was documented during service. Could this be a link? I was denied for my lower back strain because in another incident I hurt my back which was during the time considered not honorable for VA purposes. The fall happened during honorable time. I'm 100% PTSD P&T with SMC(L) Aid and Attendance awarded for these disablities for my honorable time. I may have a CUE claim??

[@P8860]

If sciatica from service connected back pain puts you on crutches does that count as paralysis? And can you get TDIU if your sciatica is rated at 20% and puts you out of work for more than 6 weeks?

[@johnnoneya5758]

All symptoms you described, I suffer from..

[@max34444]

I’m waiting for my claim. I put in for nerve dame. I have muscle weakness. During the knee reflex test my leg didn’t move at all and my other leg moved a tiny bit. Both legs shooting burning tingling pain. Sometimes I can’t move one leg and fall from loss of feeling. What percent do you do that would be? It’s hard to work. I had to quits sitting and standing too long is horrible pain. Also emg test showed nerve damage , bulging disc too

[@sizztv6711]

The VA cut my c7 nerve in surgery and caused nerve damage but I can still move my arm thank god. They found out it is permanent but I don’t believe they are paying me for it. If it was a civilian doctor I could if sue I can’t hold my child sometimes

[@truthseeker1979]

Ok, so what test will be administered for any of these conditions, NCV, EMG? Should the vet do the test first and submit with his/her claim?

[@garyraines9839]

After a EMG test is there another test I should take. I got one done because VA gave me 20% left leg 20% right leg (radicuopathy)) well it came back bilateral chronic radicuopathy but also came back bi lateral peripheral neuropathy .. I get 40% for DDD.

[@tommyoakes6345]

I was diagnosed with an overactive Vagus nerve spells that start with sweating profusely and feeling weak and shaky and eventually I lose my bodily motors. I start to vomit and poop in my pants uncontrollably and I pass out.. Can I see a video about y’all talking about an Overactive Vagus nerve and possible cure

[@michaelvaughn7137]

I have multiple issues steming from a back injury from the navy how do i know which condition should be listed as my primary condition and which should fallow in descending order .

[@noelosborne5539]

I strained my lower and neck during training in 1985 in the Mariners and it’s documented in my medical records. I got into a car accident and my neck and back got worst with nerve damage in my upper and lower extremities My question is can I file a secondary claim for my nerve pain?

[@anthony25884]

Hello, very informative video. if my back was caused by a service-connected back injury and I was later diagnosed with radiculopathy, do I file for both a back pain VA disability claim and a separate nerve damage/condition disability from the radiculopathy in both right and left lower extremities? Or can I include all under a back pain disability claim? Thank you.

[@adangonzalez8396]

I have TBI and doctor found peripheral nerve disease will I get smc l or R?

[@r.v.4999]

In a bilateral radiculopathy of the lumbar spine, which nerves are affected?

[@nickmalveaux6131]

I'm a Gulf War veteran....the first time I experienced optic neuritis of course I didn't know what was going on. Neither did the corpman. That was in Oct 91. Again in 95 then Again in 2001 and I was diagnosed in 2002. Is there any other information that I'd need to produce aside from my military and civilian medical records?

[@vanburenron]

I am also a 1990-1991 Navy Seabees Desert shield and desert storm veteran and I went to the VA C&P exam in 2004.I was diagnosed with paresthesia and neuritis but the VA examination denied service connection. I didn't have any of these issues before I joined the military straight out of high-school in May of 1990.I was sent to Desert Shield and Desert Storm straight out of high-school after boot camp and training. I have a lot of Persian Gulf illnesses and the examiner denied all 9 of my claims.I didn't even get a 0% rating!! The VA denied them all !! When I asked for help!! Now they are more worse almost 30 years later!!

[@fitman046e]

While in the Army I had surgery on my shoulder and have been rated at 30% because of limited mobility. The shoulder has absolutely no feeling in it, so would I be able to file nerve damage as a secondary claim for it ?

[@user-fj2cj8yb1d]

Is right and left leg radiculopathy the same as neuritis and neuralgia?

[@Mr.Chris.P.Bacon1]

Hi folks. Just had a surgery AT THE VA to fix my service connected disability(Jones fracture) they insisted I needed. I’ve been out of work now since the surgery on July 22. So I qualify for a temporary 100% rating until I can get back to work in January 2022?

[@thomasc9756]

Is periodic leg movement disorder a rated nerve condition?

[@cherylseat3496]

Thanks for the good information.

[@martyroles]

Can knee derangement or knee arthritis cause foot neuropathy

[@luffcreatures8625]

I have Neuropathy, Fibromyalgia; Essential Tremors? Never did drugs either. I was at Fort McClellen in the 1970s. It was full of chemicals, toxic waste, radiation; etc & I had no idea. Also Anniston Alabama contributed to something bad as well. Drank a lot of water there, for sure. But a lot of time has elapsed since I was there. No one else in my family has these ailments & I was healthy until these ailments manifested, as well.

[@luffcreatures8625]

Summer of 1973 to be exact.

[@sandyainley8109]

I suffer, in My eyes, severely with Restless Leg/Restless Leg Syndrome………. Do you say that that problem is connected to A Nerve Condition?

[@dohc22h]

I'm a Former Marine mos 1391 Bulk Fuel Specialist and I was in contact with JP-5 on a daily basis for over 3 years. I refueled aircraft at mcas el toro from 94-96 and I was exposed to JP-5 every day while at Camp Hansen Okinawa.. I just woke up one day (2 years ago) with only partial mobility on my left side. my nerve that goes down my arm to my thumb and forefinger are numb and has been swollen since "that day" The overall "feeling" that I am experiencing is like a 25lb weight has been added to my left side. It takes way more effort to move and I cannot move as far on my left side. The source is under my left shoulder blade.. I can feel it. I feel no pain. but my hand and arm feel like when your hands get super cold.. slow to move sluggish and feeling impared.. like my bare arm in freezing conditions and then trying to move it.... It's like I have lost about half of my strength on my left side including abdominal area and mild bladder control issues. I'm scheduled to see a Va doctor in a week.. It's all unknown after that.

[@sincere0025]

Update?

[@meditatedwolf6814]

I was an aircraft fueler in the army for 3 years and recently after 2 years I’ve noticed parts of my body Twitch sometimes I break coffee cups they just fall out of my hand , I’m not Shure if it’s because of my back injury or fuel exposure, I also have awful acne I think it’s because if the fuel getting on my face , I mean I’ve had acne but it’s never got this bad before , maybe you can use this letter as a buddy statement

[@dohc22h]

@@sincere0025 After seeing the Neurologist I was diagnosed with a degenerative cervical spine myelopathy. Meaning it gets worse over time. I had a disk replacement surgery at the VA July 7 2022. They put a synthetic disk in my spine and it stopped the degenerative part of it but the damage that already happened still remains.

[@sincere0025]

@dohc22h sorry this happened to you. I myself was diagnosed with degenerative disc disease . Semper Fi

[@dohc22h]

@@sincere0025 I'd like to hear your story. What was your MOS? Were you around any Hazmat or other chemicals?

[@livininmexico3811]

Could a lower back injury in service contribute to my now Bilateral Foraminal Stenosis and disk degeration?

[@waynemorris2342]

Yes

[@livininmexico3811]

@@waynemorris2342 Thank you Wayne. And it's getting worse because I am permanently bedridden and receiving 100% P&T with SMC(L) Aid and Attendance. I fell on my back on a ''kneeknocker'' which is the bottom edge of a steel watertight door that comes up from the deck about 10 to 13 inches more or less and it seals the space into that room (space) on a ship. I had just gotten out of the shower going to my berthing area when I slippped from my wet shower shoes and landed my lower back onto that bottom edge. No one was immediately around since it was after working hours inport. I went to Medical the next day but they found nothing wrong with my back. But it's documented for sure. I have the copy right here in front of me.

[@scottyates1505]

Would you do a show on JP4 fuel

[@kennethsanders9942]

I was rated 20%flat foot in 1983 how do I go about filing a claim

[@cherylagyemane8672]

Get with a vso

[@franciscocuevas4087]

Vaclaimsinsider is not certified can they charge a fee

[@williejones1682]

What if you had knee replacement and the knee is numb to the touch?

[@calivalley9056]

I have been rated for lumbar degeneration and spinal arthritis, spinal bone spurs and a narrowing of the spinal canal and sciatica. I am now having issue with my outer thigh “constantly” burning or tingling which is what I believe to be meralgia paresthetica. Is it possible that this is connected to my other issues? What should I do.

[@waynemorris2342]

Get professional help with your claim if needed, don't wait

[@dimitrab3324]

How would VA rate you if multiple nerves are affected? For example, I am service connected for cranial neuropathy and am filing for an increase. There are 9 cranial nerves. How would the VA rate you if, for example, 3 cranial nerves were affected? This doesn't fall under a bilateral factor scenario. Thanks

[@cherylagyemane8672]

I want to know too

[@dimitrab3324]

@@cherylagyemane8672 I was service connected for several cranial nerves on the left and right side. The VA examiner checked them on the DBQ. I had also submitted my own private DBQ which identified 1 cranial nerve but it’s severity was greater than what the examiner checked for the same nerve. The VA deferred their decision on this contention for further development. At the time they service connected me for some other contentions. The VA asked for a secondary medical opinion. They asked the doctor providing the medical opinion to verify that the nerves identified in the DBQ are a progression of my service connected condition and to also verify the severity of the cranial nerve identified on my private DBQ. The doctor providing the medical opinion confirmed that the cranial nerves the examiner checked on the DBQ were a progression. Because I had so many the VA obtained a second opinion and I feel that’s what eventually contributed to my service connection. I also had 4 years worth of medical evidence and lay statements.

[@Bigguy92083]

I'm rated 0% for Radiculopathy, Right Upper Extremity I have pain in my chest numbness hands and feet how can I increase this rating

[@cherylagyemane8672]

Get with a vso and start reviewing the 38 cfr and m 21. Manual and take control of your claim

[@jimmythomas3028]

If you have a spinal cord injury you need to get ahold of the paralyzed veterans of America (PVA)

[@benjaminhotchkiss9746]

Neuropathy: surgery to neck will cause nerve damage that will cause tingling in legs and hand which cause sever pain

[@VINCENTFERNANDEZ-sx4kv]

Can post military spinal cord injury be claimed with VA? 12:49

[@CCK_Law]

Hello! Typically the VA requires an event injury or illness to have happened in service to qualify for benefits. We suggest reaching out to a VSO for assistance with your initial claim. Have a great day!

[@michelefrost734]

I have trigeminal neuralgia. I looked it up on the vasrd and it says it can be rated up to paralysis, I guess because it's a head / face nerve and atrophy is impossible to see? Do you have any info on this?

[@kathleenwiggins6166]

Hi Michele, how is your Trigeminal neuralgia?

[@michelefrost734]

@@kathleenwiggins6166 Ugh. I get radio frequency ablations (nerve cauterizations) every 3 months to help. Do you have problems too?

[@CurtisReese-tl7ip]

@@michelefrost734 I also have trigeminal Neuralgia. I don't wish that on anyone. I filled a claim and was told I wasn't diagnosed while on active duty. Any suggestions?

[@michelefrost734]

@@CurtisReese-tl7ip I wish I did. Mine is from trauma from slamming into the edge of the decking at the top of Victory Tower. For some reason the clinic at Fort Jackson never put the record of my injury in my med records.... I'm hoping my private records showing no record of facial injury and car insurance records showing no accidents of any kind will be enough. Good luck to you, from what I've read this is something the VA doesn't like to award compensation.

[@CurtisReese-tl7ip]

@@michelefrost734 I noticed that too from the VA. I've always had headaches. The Neurologist I saw first diagnosed me with migraines, then TN. I was in a car accident and hit my head on the steering wheel and I also was assaulted while active duty and I had never had an attack prior to that.

[@RaSchmernabigle]

I have rediular pain listed in my conditions. I claimed it as a secondary condition due to my spondolysis of the L5-S1. Could the VA still deny my claim? P.S it causes me horrible pain and is effecting my ability to work. I have already had to give up my career as a paramedic.

[@mattipps]

Did you get your rating squared away?

[@edwardsauer6084]

Does the VA have a rating for phripial neuropathy?

[@CCK_Law]

@EdwardSauer, we have a blog that may be helpful to you. Check it out: cck-law.com/blog/peripheral-neuropathy-and-va-disability-benefits/

[@clarencedaledelaney4521]

How do I get rated, I have no use of my legs. I have a spinal cord injury and nuropithy in both hands and feet And I'm prescribed oxycodone 15 mg 3 X day, I have muscle spasms so server my legs draw up to my chest. I have a power chair that looks like a space ship taking off and I never get any relief from the pain even with the pain medication

[@cherylagyemane8672]

Contact your vso

[@johndoe-qz7uk]

I need this for partial paralysis of my left leg caused by all lumbar disks eroded with a bulging disk-the pain and aching is severe and the tingle/pins and needles not only in my leg and feet both forearms and hands every night during sleep.. Also I need an attorney for help with child support...

[@johndoe-qz7uk]

They gave me a secondary %10 while I'm currently rated at %90; also I think that "gulf war syndrome" is maybe the cause of my sleep apnea wich I was awarded...? And rosacia on my face maybe caused by depleted uranium munitions powders exhaust I side my armoured vehicles-wich they said is not service connected🤕🚀

[@johndoe-qz7uk]

I've done 2 natural parasite cleanses..

[@Coachjgray1]

Hello, I have a very high disability rating and I have been fighting with the va over service connected injuries also 2, sets of medical practice on the record. Could one of you please contact me , I don’t know what to do.

[@Coachjgray1]

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[@edsauer4702]

The VA has rated me for radiculopahty in both legs but haven't rated me for peripheral poly neuropathy, are they the same?

[@cherylagyemane8672]

Look at the m21 manual

[@elinino5275]

What is your rating for radiculopathy? I just had my c&p a few weeks ago

[@edsauer4702]

@@elinino5275 20% rt, 10%lf

[@elinino5275]

@@edsauer4702 wow that's interesting 🤔 20 & 10. But it's the VA so it doesn't surprise me🙄

[@edsauer4702]

@@elinino5275 yeah, I know.... it is the VA.... and they aren't there for you. I guess it probably was the crappy rep I had and the way he filed my claim for increase on the back problems and the c&p doctor didn't even review my c files. So now I have a slew of secondary claims under review and I'll see how they screw over me. BTW, it took the VA 40yrs to recognize my injuries from the service.

[@williammoody3644]

It does no good to the Vetran to tell the VA of the conditions because they’ll do their best to prove you wrong!

[@cherylagyemane8672]

I take it youve never looked at the cfr 38 or m 21 manual have you?

[@jamesmitchell1774]

How long out of service ¡

[@stephendamico6921]

What about P.A.D.

[@lachelleflood5373]

You all did a great job! I was hoping to hear about foot drop and it connects with paraylsis nerve damage.

[@stephenshy9510]

Can permanent and total ever be changed?

[@cherylagyemane8672]

Yes but not likely

[@deeward729]

OMG

[@mack7092]

Why is um used at every 3rd word she says? Very annoying