For many veterans, years of ruck marches, heavy gear, training injuries, and combat deployments take a serious toll on the body. Chronic pain in the knees, back, and shoulders is one of the most common reasons veterans file for VA disability benefits. But getting the VA to properly rate your condition can feel overwhelming without the right help.
At WSDV, we’ve built an entire system designed to take the guesswork out of the claims process so you can focus on your health while we fight for the rating you deserve.
Common Conditions We See at WSDV
Our team has helped veterans win claims for:
Knee Problems: Torn meniscus, instability, arthritis, and chronic pain caused by years of wear and tear or training injuries.
Back Issues: Degenerative disc disease, herniated discs, chronic lower back pain, and spinal arthritis often linked to service.
Shoulder Injuries: Rotator cuff tears, labrum injuries, dislocations, and chronic inflammation from repetitive motion or trauma.
Even if you didn’t file immediately after service, WSDV can help you prove the connection to your time in uniform.
How the VA Rates These Conditions
The VA uses the VA Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD) to determine compensation levels, typically in 10% increments from 0% to 100%.
Knees: Rated for pain, range of motion, instability, or arthritis.
Back: Rated on limited motion, nerve involvement like sciatica, or spinal conditions.
Shoulders: Rated on how much the condition restricts arm movement or causes instability.
Even if your pain doesn’t fully limit your range of motion, you may still be entitled to a minimum 10% rating under VA law.
How WSDV Helps You Win
Getting rated fairly takes more than filling out forms—it takes strategy.
Here’s how our expert team supports you:
Evidence Gathering: We help you collect service records, medical reports, and even assist with scheduling private medical evaluations when needed.
Professional Nexus Letters: Our network of providers creates strong medical opinions connecting your current conditions to your time in service.
Personalized Coaching: We prepare you for C&P exams so you feel confident and know what to expect.
Claim Strategy: Our proven process ensures nothing is missed—from initial claims to secondary conditions like nerve damage or mental health issues caused by chronic pain.
97% Success Rate: We know what works, and we fight hard to make sure you get the rating you deserve.
Take the Stress Out of VA Claims
You served. You sacrificed. Now it’s time to get the benefits you’ve earned. At WSDV, our mission is simple: help veterans win VA disability claims faster and with the highest rating possible.
Contact us today and let us help you turn your service-connected injuries into the benefits you deserve.