Veterans Disability Info Blog

Suffering orthopedic injuries as a result of military service can negatively impact your personal and professional life. When your current disability is a result of an in-service injury, illness, or other event you generally qualify for free medical coverage from the VA. When your VA disability rating exceeds 0 percent, […]

Osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative joint disease. With OA, the tissues in the joint break down over time or have an alteration in their structure. OA is the most common type of arthritis, the inflammation of joints. It is often referred to as “wear and tear” arthritis. This is because […]

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. […]

Back pain is a common problem for veterans. The strain of military service can lead to wear and tear on the spine, not to mention the risk of traumatic injuries in training or combat. Many veterans experience chronic or worsening pain after they leave active duty. Degenerative disc disease and […]

Many veterans leave the service with shoulder problems. Strain and disabilities to the shoulders are common during deployment, training, and combat. Not being able to use your shoulder can affect your ability to work and limit daily life. For example, you may not be able to safely drive, lift objects, […]

Are you a veteran with service connected post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) who suffers from other disabilities or illnesses? Far too often, veterans do not realize that PTSD can lead to a wide array of health problems, including diabetes, sleep apnea, cardiovascular issues – even cancer. The Department of Veterans’ Affairs […]