Peripheral Neuropathy

[MrPain7]

Hello EveryOne:

Information is needed: In september 2006 I had a breif C/P examamination

Diagnosed as mild PN, no clinical evidence of radiculopathy,no evidence

of tics of choreiform activity,see orthopedic evaluation.

In june 2006 I had EMG/NCS done Oct.15th 06,I posted the results on hadit

and was told is was very good one in my behalf for comp.purposes

sixthscents gave me advice what to do next also stated my EMG is very good proof

that there is in fact nerve damage.

Now this is my Question: Febuary 2007,I was seen in the neurology clinic

Assessment: Pt. history of cervical and lumbar radiculopathy present

complaining of symptom c/w these radiculopathies as well as history

and physical exam finding concerning for a peripheral neuropathy.

Pt. has absent PP in his feet, and decreased sensation in a stocking glove

pattern as well as shield pattern sensation loss.Pt. balance issues are likely

due to his neuropathy, and on exam pt did not have intact priprioception on

his LE.

Safety issues were discussed with pt: use night lights as balance may get worse

in the dark. Chck the water temperture above the elbow or knee,and not below.

PT not currently driving but advised against the dangers of driving pt advised

to look at his feet daily for injury as neuropathy may cause him to get injuries

of which he may be unaware of. no feeling in my feet I am service connected cervical and lumbar strains

pes planus and seizure disorder which totals 160% SMC letter-s I was advised to

request compensation for loss of use of LE. What weight would this report have????

Thank You

Benj...

[Chuck75]

My first comment is that the more recent medical reports showing an increase in severity are a plus. Next, since you are most likely already at 100% schedular, I doubt that additional claims will increase your compensation, unless there is restricted mobility, or something else involved that would allow compensation above the 100% to be paid. On the other hand, an additional SC problem may help sometime in the future if the VA tries to reduce compensation for an individual SC condition.

Hello EveryOne:

Information is needed: In september 2006 I had a breif C/P examamination

Diagnosed as mild PN, no clinical evidence of radiculopathy,no evidence

of tics of choreiform activity,see orthopedic evaluation.

In june 2006 I had EMG/NCS done Oct.15th 06,I posted the results on hadit

and was told is was very good one in my behalf for comp.purposes

sixthscents gave me advice what to do next also stated my EMG is very good proof

that there is in fact nerve damage.

Now this is my Question: Febuary 2007,I was seen in the neurology clinic

Assessment: Pt. history of cervical and lumbar radiculopathy present

complaining of symptom c/w these radiculopathies as well as history

and physical exam finding concerning for a peripheral neuropathy.

Pt. has absent PP in his feet, and decreased sensation in a stocking glove

pattern as well as shield pattern sensation loss.Pt. balance issues are likely

due to his neuropathy, and on exam pt did not have intact priprioception on

his LE.

Safety issues were discussed with pt: use night lights as balance may get worse

in the dark. Chck the water temperture above the elbow or knee,and not below.

PT not currently driving but advised against the dangers of driving pt advised

to look at his feet daily for injury as neuropathy may cause him to get injuries

of which he may be unaware of. no feeling in my feet I am service connected cervical and lumbar strains

pes planus and seizure disorder which totals 160% SMC letter-s I was advised to

request compensation for loss of use of LE. What weight would this report have????

Thank You

Benj...

[jbasser]

Mr Pain, An Ortho Doc is a bone Doctor. The opinion he gave must have been a negative one. The Neurologist should carry more weight with PN.

You are sc for Cervical and Lumber strain. Have you had fusion of the Neck or back?

They first denied my cervical radiculopathy but I beat it by supplying OR report which plainly stated a large spurr was pressing on the nerve root.

A statement like that one is what you need.

They will deny it but appeal based on the opinion from ortho doc does not bear the same weight as a neurologist. If you can afford it, Look up Dr. Craig Bash. He is a NeuroRadologist. All he needs to do is look at the evidence and xrays, Mri, or Ct scans.

Good Luck

[MrPain7]

My first comment is that the more recent medical reports showing an increase in severity are a plus. Next, since you are most likely already at 100% schedular, I doubt that additional claims will increase your compensation, unless there is restricted mobility, or something else involved that would allow compensation above the 100% to be paid. On the other hand, an additional SC problem may help sometime in the future if the VA tries to reduce compensation for an individual SC condition.

Chuck75: My mobility is very restricted I have fracture my wrist,ankle

my hands fingers and injured my head many times from the falls I have taken over the

years due to feet and legs condition I use AFO and a cane to maintain balance but sometimes thats not enough....

Benj....