Military service can lead to many types of bone and ligament damage. Significant injuries from training or combat are a common source of chronic disability for veterans. Even without significant injuries, the strain of physical work puts pressure on the body, which leads to a risk of repetitive motion injuries. […]
In August 2021, the U.S. Federal Circuit Court of Appeals held that veterans may claim obesity as a service connected disability for VA benefits, as long as the obesity impairs the veteran’s earning capacity. In the landmark Larson v. McDonough decision, the Court held that a disability can be service […]
As a veteran, have you ever found yourself drifting off-topic or using too many words to describe a situation? Have friends or family mentioned you spend a long time getting to the point? If yes, you might be experiencing circumlocutory speech, a unique but common speech-based disorder that often appears […]
Veterans and their families sacrifice so much for our country, so what happens when a loved one returns home with a severe mental disability? After years of service, it’s frustrating and disappointing to develop a severe disorder due to military service that prevents you from living the life you want […]
Occipital Neuralgia is a type of headache in which pain is associated with areas that are supplied by the greater and lesser occipital nerves. These nerves run from the head region where the spinal column meets the neck up to the scalp (at the back of the head). What Causes […]
A Supplemental Statement of the Case (SSOC) is a document sent to you by your VA regional office that represents a revision or update to the Statement of the Case (SOC). It is important to understand that the SSOC and SOC are VA adjudication documents only applicable in the older […]
The Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) is a federal agency that provides benefits and services to Veterans, their families, and survivors. VA is responsible for administering the DVA pension program, health care system, and other benefits. VA also manages individualized education programs for Veterans and their families. A fiduciary is […]
Veterans Affairs (VA) provides ratings for allergic rhinitis. A service-connected disability is a medical condition that was caused or made worse by your military service. VA rates disabilities from 0% to 100%, with 100% being the most severe. You may be entitled to compensation and health care benefits if you […]
Arthritis is a common condition that can cause pain and difficulty moving. If you are able to connect your arthritis with your military service, you may be able to receive disability benefits for arthritis. The VA will consider the severity of your arthritis, its effects on your daily life, and […]
Trigger Warning: This article discusses sexual trauma. If you have experienced sexual trauma and need assistance, you can call the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 800.656.HOPE (4673). A trained staff member will offer your confidential support. Military service can lead to unexpected consequences. Some veterans find that physical and mental […]
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