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Understanding Allergic Rhinitis & Sinusitis in Veterans Allergic rhinitis and sinusitis are common chronic respiratory conditions that affect many veterans, often worsening due to environmental exposures during service. These conditions can significantly impact quality of life, leading to headaches, breathing difficulties, and secondary complications. The VA recognizes both allergic rhinitis and sinusitis as compensable disabilities…

Headaches and Migraines and getting service connected

Here’s a guide to help prepare for your Range of Motion (ROM) evaluation for Lumbar (Lower) Back: 1. Limit Movements to Your Comfort Level. Don’t push past pain, Don’t be a hero. Only bend as far as you naturally can without causing pain or discomfort.  It’s important to be honest but do not overextend yourself…

One common question veteran’s ask me when they reach a 100% Permanent and Total (P&T) Schedular or via Extra-Schedular: (Total Disability Individual Unemployabilitym, TDIU) rating is whether they should continue filing additional claims or if new claims are unnecessary, especially since there’s no further increase in monthly compensation.  Below is a breakdown of the benefits…