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lumbosacral C & P For Spinal Fusion
cmilcl replied to cmilcl's question in Veterans Compensation & Pension Exams
Thanks for your input, I really appreciate it. The doctor's note is in my records for review. I'm taking your advice and won't go against what my doctor is prescribing. Best wishes Shipmate! Camela -
lumbosacral C & P For Spinal Fusion
cmilcl posted a question in Veterans Compensation & Pension Exams
Hi everyone, I'm currently rated 10% for Lumbosacral Strain. In November, I had a spinal fusion at the L4-L5 level for severe disc herniation. My Surgeon issued me a limitation statement saying that I am restricted from performing forward flexion. This movement would disturb the hardware, the new bone growing around it, and would place added strain on the level above it. It is also painful. I'm wondering if the C & P examiner will mark my ROM testing as "incomplete." Will they use the restriction against me? Thanks everyone, this site is wonderful! Camela PO1, USN(Ret)