Veterans who experienced a TBI during service are at higher risk for PTSD. Learn how the VA rates veterans with both conditions.
How TBI VA Ratings Are Decided
The way the VA assesses and rates traumatic brain injury is relatively complex. Understanding how it works can make a big difference to how much back pay and monthly compensation your get.
Do Veterans Get Benefits for Carpal Tunnel?
VA disability ratings for carpal tunnel syndrome are based on the severity of the symptoms and whether the condition is in the dominant hand, non-dominant hand, or both.
How Does the VA Rate Foot Drop?
If you have trouble lifting your foot and you believe the problem is related to your military service, you may be eligible for benefits for a condition called foot drop.
VA Rating for Migraines and Secondary Conditions
You may be able to get the max VA rating for migraines if you are a veteran and have migraines often and severe enough.
The VA Disability Rating for Different Types of Dementia
Disrupted sleep and hallucinations may be a sign of Lewy Body Dementia. Veterans that can prove a service-connection can get disability for this form of dementia.