VASRD 5213 · Musculoskeletal System

Limitation of Pronation and Supination (Ankylosis - Radioulnar articulation, major) VA Disability Rating

A condition where the bones in the forearm lose the ability to rotate, affecting daily arm use.

VA Rating Tiers

RatingCriteria
20%Forearm stuck in mid-rotation or moderate pronation.
10%Forearm locked in full palm-down or palm-up position.

How the VA Evaluates Limitation of Pronation and Supination (Ankylosis - Radioulnar articulation, major)

X-ray or physical exam must show complete loss of motion at the proximal radioulnar joint.

Approval rate

Moderate – strong with imaging and mobility testing.

Annual service-connected

8,200 veterans

Average rating

10%

Best Evidence to Gather

  • •Orthopedic evaluation showing loss of rotation
  • •X-rays or MRIs confirming joint fusion
  • •Range of motion test results

Strategy Tips

  • •Specify dominant hand in the claim
  • •Include full range of motion report
  • •Submit orthopedic consultation with imaging

C&P Exam Pitfalls

  • •Incomplete range of motion exam
  • •Lack of radiographic evidence
  • •Not distinguishing between major and minor limb

Common Filing Mistakes

  • •Not providing imaging proof
  • •Claiming limitation without documented exam results
  • •Leaving out dominant hand status

Onset Patterns

  • •Often develops after elbow dislocation or fracture
  • •Can progress from untreated joint inflammation

Secondary Conditions

Conditions commonly linked to Limitation of Pronation and Supination (Ankylosis - Radioulnar articulation, major). Service-connecting a secondary condition can increase your combined rating.

  • Elbow Tendonitis

    Overcompensation due to limited forearm rotation

  • Shoulder Impingement

    Altered arm mechanics and strain

Common questions about Limitation of Pronation and Supination (Ankylosis - Radioulnar articulation, major)

Is Limitation of Pronation and Supination (Ankylosis - Radioulnar articulation, major) a VA-rated disability?
Yes. The VA rates Limitation of Pronation and Supination (Ankylosis - Radioulnar articulation, major) under VASRD diagnostic code 5213 (Musculoskeletal System). A condition where the bones in the forearm lose the ability to rotate, affecting daily arm use.
What VA disability rating can I get for Limitation of Pronation and Supination (Ankylosis - Radioulnar articulation, major)?
Possible VA ratings for Limitation of Pronation and Supination (Ankylosis - Radioulnar articulation, major) are 20%, 10%. Examples: 20% — Forearm stuck in mid-rotation or moderate pronation.; 10% — Forearm locked in full palm-down or palm-up position..
What's the typical VA rating awarded for Limitation of Pronation and Supination (Ankylosis - Radioulnar articulation, major)?
The average awarded rating for Limitation of Pronation and Supination (Ankylosis - Radioulnar articulation, major) is 10%. Roughly 8,200 veterans are service-connected for Limitation of Pronation and Supination (Ankylosis - Radioulnar articulation, major) each year. Typical approval likelihood: Moderate – strong with…
What evidence helps prove Limitation of Pronation and Supination (Ankylosis - Radioulnar articulation, major) for VA disability?
Strong evidence for a Limitation of Pronation and Supination (Ankylosis - Radioulnar articulation, major) claim includes: Orthopedic evaluation showing loss of rotation; X-rays or MRIs confirming joint fusion; Range of motion test results.
What mistakes should veterans avoid when claiming Limitation of Pronation and Supination (Ankylosis - Radioulnar articulation, major)?
Common pitfalls when filing for Limitation of Pronation and Supination (Ankylosis - Radioulnar articulation, major): Not providing imaging proof; Claiming limitation without documented exam results; Leaving out dominant hand status.
What conditions are commonly secondary to Limitation of Pronation and Supination (Ankylosis - Radioulnar articulation, major)?
Conditions often service-connected as secondary to Limitation of Pronation and Supination (Ankylosis - Radioulnar articulation, major) include: Elbow Tendonitis, Shoulder Impingement. Filing for secondary conditions can increase a veteran's combined VA rating.

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