VASRD 5024 · Musculoskeletal

Tenosynovitis, Plantar Fasciitis Type VA Disability Rating

Inflammation of the thick band of tissue along the bottom of the foot.

VA Rating Tiers

RatingCriteria
30%Severe heel pain not helped by custom inserts.
10%Foot pain when walking or standing for long.

How the VA Evaluates Tenosynovitis, Plantar Fasciitis Type

Diagnosis through physical exam (heel pain with dorsiflexion), confirmed with ultrasound or MRI when needed.

Approval rate

High – if consistent pain and orthotic treatment are documented.

Annual service-connected

10,800 veterans

Average rating

10%

Best Evidence to Gather

  • •Podiatrist exam results
  • •Ultrasound showing inflammation
  • •Use of orthotics, steroid injections, or physical therapy

Strategy Tips

  • •Submit podiatry notes and show orthotic response
  • •Describe daily activity limitations

C&P Exam Pitfalls

  • •No documentation of pain severity
  • •No trial of orthotics noted

Common Filing Mistakes

  • •Omitting orthotic or physical therapy attempts
  • •No link between foot pain and service duties

Onset Patterns

  • •Starts as heel pain in morning or after standing
  • •Improves with rest but worsens after activity

Secondary Conditions

Conditions commonly linked to Tenosynovitis, Plantar Fasciitis Type. Service-connecting a secondary condition can increase your combined rating.

  • Heel Spurs

    Chronic fasciitis can lead to bone growth

Common questions about Tenosynovitis, Plantar Fasciitis Type

Is Tenosynovitis, Plantar Fasciitis Type a VA-rated disability?
Yes. The VA rates Tenosynovitis, Plantar Fasciitis Type under VASRD diagnostic code 5024 (Musculoskeletal). Inflammation of the thick band of tissue along the bottom of the foot.
What VA disability rating can I get for Tenosynovitis, Plantar Fasciitis Type?
Possible VA ratings for Tenosynovitis, Plantar Fasciitis Type are 30%, 10%. Examples: 30% — Severe heel pain not helped by custom inserts.; 10% — Foot pain when walking or standing for long..
What's the typical VA rating awarded for Tenosynovitis, Plantar Fasciitis Type?
The average awarded rating for Tenosynovitis, Plantar Fasciitis Type is 10%. Roughly 10,800 veterans are service-connected for Tenosynovitis, Plantar Fasciitis Type each year. Typical approval likelihood: High – if consistent pain and orthotic treatment are documented..
What evidence helps prove Tenosynovitis, Plantar Fasciitis Type for VA disability?
Strong evidence for a Tenosynovitis, Plantar Fasciitis Type claim includes: Podiatrist exam results; Ultrasound showing inflammation; Use of orthotics, steroid injections, or physical therapy.
What mistakes should veterans avoid when claiming Tenosynovitis, Plantar Fasciitis Type?
Common pitfalls when filing for Tenosynovitis, Plantar Fasciitis Type: Omitting orthotic or physical therapy attempts; No link between foot pain and service duties.
What conditions are commonly secondary to Tenosynovitis, Plantar Fasciitis Type?
Conditions often service-connected as secondary to Tenosynovitis, Plantar Fasciitis Type include: Heel Spurs. Filing for secondary conditions can increase a veteran's combined VA rating.

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