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DC 5317Musculoskeletal System38 CFR § 4.73

Group XVII.Extension of hip (1); abduction of thigh; elevation of opposite side of pelvis (2, 3); tension of fascia lata and iliotibial (Maissiat's) band, acting with XIV (6) in postural support of body steadying pelvis upon head of femur and condyles of femur on tibia (1).(1) Gluteus maximus; (2) gluteus medius; (3) gluteus minimus Function: Pelvic girdle group 2

VA disability rating criteria for Group XVII.Extension of hip (1); abduction of thigh; elevation of opposite side of pelvis (2, 3); tension of fascia lata and iliotibial (Maissiat's) band, acting with XIV (6) in postural support of body steadying pelvis upon head of femur and condyles of femur on tibia (1).(1) Gluteus maximus; (2) gluteus medius; (3) gluteus minimus Function: Pelvic girdle group 2 under Diagnostic Code 5317. The VA assigns ratings of 0%, 20%, 40% based on the severity and functional impact of your condition.

Rating Criteria

0%Disability Rating

Slight

20%Disability Rating

Moderate

40%Disability Rating

Moderately Severe

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