I am recieving benefits for a service connected disability, I had been having trouble (lots of pain) in my knees?

2020-06-30T13:06:22-04:00

I went back to doctor at VA they since said i have arthristis in my knees (both) so i went to see about getting my rating upgraded (i am at 30%) I have to wear braces on both knees everyday i have fallen because they have given out on me. I went all throught he process like the first time and the doctor said no because i have arthristis. I thought that if your service connected issue caused other problems they re-evaluate your rating?

Response by SPC Margaret Higgins made Jun 30 at 2020 1:08 PM

2020-06-30T13:08:05-04:00

Dear Ms. Thomas, I pray; that you find an answer your question. PO3 Katrina Thomas

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 30 at 2020 1:14 PM

2020-06-30T13:14:15-04:00

the problem is proving that your arthritis was caused by your service connected issue and not just age related.

Response by SGT Lenise Hamilton made Jun 30 at 2020 10:19 PM

2020-06-30T22:19:03-04:00

PO3 Thomas,

If you're not happy with th VA decision, invest in yourself, see an outside specialist before
your knees get worse. I don't know where you're located, however, if your close to Philadelphia,
Rothman Institue happens to be really good. Don't wait until it's to late, get a second
opinion okay! Good Luck! all the best to you, "Invest In Your Health.

Response by SGT Herbert Bollum made Jul 1 at 2020 6:08 PM

2020-07-01T18:08:37-04:00

File as secondary -- (cause and effect)