Veterans Need To Know This About Back Pain!

Radiculopathy secondary to back conditions is one of the most common—yet misunderstood—disabilities affecting veterans. If you're experiencing shooting pain down your legs, numbness in your arms, or unexplained weakness, this video breaks down everything you need to know about radiculopathy, VA disability ratings, and how to file a successful claim.
🎯 What You'll Learn:
What radiculopathy actually is and the three types (cervical, thoracic, lumbar)
How military service causes nerve damage and compression
Why radiculopathy is most commonly claimed as a SECONDARY condition
VA disability ratings: 10% to 90% depending on severity
The evidence you need to file a successful claim
How to connect radiculopathy to your existing service-connected back condition
Treatment options and what actually works
Special compensation options (TDIU and SMC)
📊 Key Facts: ✅ Sciatica is the #7 most common VA disability ✅ You can be rated for BOTH your back condition AND radiculopathy separately ✅ 90% of disc herniation cases improve within 3 months ✅ Ratings range from 10% (mild) to 90% (complete paralysis)
⚠️ IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: This video is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or legal advice. The information provided is based on publicly available sources and research current as of the date of publication.
Veterans should:
Consult with qualified healthcare providers for medical diagnosis and treatment
Seek advice from accredited VA claims agents, Veterans Service Organizations (VSOs), or VA-accredited attorneys for specific guidance on disability claims
Understand that VA ratings and regulations may change over time
Not rely solely on this video for making medical or legal decisions
This channel (Veterans Log) is not affiliated with the Department of Veterans Affairs or any government agency. Individual results may vary, and past success does not guarantee future outcomes. Always verify information with official VA resources and qualified professionals.
If you're experiencing severe symptoms such as loss of bladder/bowel control, sudden weakness, or numbness between your legs, seek immediate medical attention.

📚 SOURCES USED IN THIS VIDEO:
Medical Sources:
Cleveland Clinic - Radiculopathy Overview
Johns Hopkins Medicine - Radiculopathy Conditions
Healthline - Lumbar Radiculopathy
StatPearls/NCBI - Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
StatPearls/NCBI - Radicular Back Pain
UC Health - Lumbar Radiculopathy
Medical News Today - Radiculopathy Guide
Spine-Health - Lumbar Radiculopathy
Penn Medicine - Radiculopathy Symptoms
Hospital for Special Surgery - Compressed Nerves
VA Claims & Legal Sources: 11. Hill & Ponton - Radiculopathy VA Disability Rating 12. VetLaw - Radiculopathy Claim Denial Appeals 13. Stone Rose Law - VA Rating Guide 2025 14. Veterans Guide - Radiculopathy Ratings 15. Veterans Disability Info - Ratings and Benefits 16. VA Board of Veterans' Appeals - Case Law 17. VA Claims Insider - Ultimate Rating Guide 18. CCK Law - Radiculopathy VA Benefits 19. Telemedica - VA Ratings Service Connection 20. Shuman Legal - Maximize VA Rating
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