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Why Most Veterans Are Underrated for Knee Meniscal Tears (and What VA Is Really Evaluating)
Many veterans with a knee meniscal tear are underrated. In this video, we explain what examiners actually look for, including range of motion, pain with movement, instability, locking, swelling, and how the tear affects your ability to stand, walk, or bear weight. We also cover the most common C&P exam mistake veterans make: downplaying symptoms or only showing how the knee performs on a “good day,” which can leave flare-ups and functional loss unrecorded.
You’ll learn why secondary issues—like instability, degenerative changes, altered gait, or pain in other joints—often matter more than the tear itself, and what evidence truly strengthens your claim. Clear documentation from medical visits, physical therapy notes, flare-up records, work limitations, and lay statements describing daily impact all help VA understand the real-world effect of your meniscal tear. For step-by-step guidance on DBQs, documentation, and VA claim strategy, check out the Deck Plate resources and the Vets Portal app.
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