Ankle, Limitation of Motion at 10% VA Disability Rating

Common questions about 10% for Ankle, Limitation of Motion

How much does a 10% VA rating for Ankle, Limitation of Motion pay?

A single veteran rated 10% for Ankle, Limitation of Motion receives $180.42 per month ($2,165.04/year) under the 2026 VA rates, effective December 1, 2025. VA disability compensation is tax-free. With a spouse and one child, the monthly amount is $180.42.

What does it take to get a 10% rating for Ankle, Limitation of Motion?

Moderate limitation of ankle motion — less than 15° dorsiflexion, or less than 30° plantar flexion.

What's the difference between 10% and 20% for Ankle, Limitation of Motion?

10%: The ankle has lost a noticeable part of its motion: under about 15 degrees pulling the foot up, or under about 30 pointing it down. 20%: The ankle barely flexes: it cannot pull the foot up past about 5 degrees, or point it down past about 10.

Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 10%?

Yes. If a condition like Knee Pain is service-connected as secondary to Ankle, Limitation of Motion, the VA combines both ratings using the official combined-ratings formula (38 CFR 4.25), which can produce a combined rating higher than 10% alone.