Common VA Disabilities
A Full Guide to Symptoms, Evidence, and Ratings
Common VA Disabilities
Many veterans struggle with hidden injuries long after service. These injuries affect the mind, body, sleep, hearing, and daily life. The VA recognizes a list of conditions that appear again and again in claims. These common VA disabilities often qualify for compensation when supported by strong medical evidence and clear service connection.
Veterans come to us because the VA system feels stressful and confusing. Forms, delays, and denials make it hard for veterans to get the benefits they earned. Understanding the most common VA disabilities helps veterans file better claims with fewer mistakes. It also helps them know what evidence the VA wants to see.
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| Disability | Primary Symptoms | Secondary Conditions | Average Claim Difficulty | Rating Insights | Resource Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PTSD | Flashbacks, anxiety, sleep issues | Depression, panic disorder | Moderate to High | Common ratings: 30%–70% | PTSD |
| Sleep Apnea | Loud snoring, daytime fatigue | Hypertension, heart issues | High | Common ratings: 30%–50% | Sleep Apnea |
| Tinnitus | Ringing, buzzing, humming in ears | Hearing loss, anxiety | Low | Standard rating: 10% | Tinnitus |
| Migraines | Severe headaches, light sensitivity | Vertigo, nausea | Moderate | Common ratings: 30%–50% | Migraines |
| Chronic Pain | Joint pain, muscle pain | Mobility issues | Moderate | Ratings vary by affected body part | Chronic Pain |
| Digestive Conditions | Heartburn, stomach pain | GERD, IBS | Low to Moderate | Common ratings: 10%–30% | Digestive Conditions |
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PTSD Among Veterans
Sleep Apnea in Military Veterans
Sleep apnea appears in more VA claims every year. Many veterans develop sleep apnea due to weight changes, nasal injuries, burn pits, toxic exposures, or other service-related factors. Others develop it as a secondary condition to PTSD, sinus problems, or orthopedic pain.
Common symptoms include:
Loud snoring
Pauses in breathing
Morning headaches
Daytime sleepiness
Difficulty staying asleep
The VA usually requires a sleep study to confirm the diagnosis. Ratings depend on treatment. Veterans using a CPAP machine often receive a 50% rating. However, proving service connection is the hard part. This is where expert help makes a big difference.
Warrior Allegiance helps veterans gather medical records, link conditions, and avoid the mistakes that lead to denials.
Tinnitus: The Most Filed VA Disability
Tinnitus is the leading VA disability claim. Veterans exposed to loud blasts, engine noise, gunfire, or heavy machinery often develop ringing or buzzing in the ears.
Tinnitus can:
Disrupt sleep
Cause stress
Make it hard to focus
Affect mental health
The VA usually gives a 10% rating, which is the maximum for tinnitus. Even though the rating is low, it supports future claims like hearing loss and migraines. Many veterans do not know ringing in the ears can be linked to other service injuries. Filing tinnitus properly opens the door to stronger claims in the future.
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Migraines and Severe Headaches
Migraines affect daily living. Many veterans do not realize they may qualify for a rating. Light sensitivity, sound sensitivity, nausea, and vision issues are common.
The VA rates migraines based on:
Frequency
Severity
Impact on daily life
Whether attacks cause prostration (unable to function)
Veterans with chronic migraines often struggle to work. Many receive 30%–50% ratings, depending on the evidence. Strong medical documentation makes all the difference. Warrior Allegiance helps veterans describe symptoms clearly and gather the medical support the VA looks for.
Chronic Pain and Musculoskeletal Injuries
Service takes a toll on the body. Heavy gear, long marches, training, parachute jumps, and repeated stress cause long-term pain. The VA sees chronic pain claims related to:
Back injuries
Knee pain
Shoulder injuries
Neck pain
Joint degeneration
Pain impacts sleep, mobility, and work. Ratings depend on movement limits, stability, and medical imaging. Veterans often under-report pain. Clear, simple descriptions help the VA understand the true impact. Our team guides veterans through this process to avoid incomplete claims.
Digestive Conditions and GERD
GERD, IBS, acid reflux, and stomach issues are also common VA disabilities. Many veterans develop digestive problems due to stress, MRE diets, burn pit exposure, medications, or long-term anxiety.
Symptoms include:
Heartburn
Stomach pain
Indigestion
Chronic diarrhea
Nausea
The VA gives ratings from 10% to 30% depending on severity. Many veterans do not know these are compensable conditions. With the right medical evidence, digestive conditions can support both primary and secondary claims.
How Warrior Allegiance Helps With Common VA Disabilities
Warrior Allegiance was founded in 2021 with one mission: no veteran left behind. We remove barriers like confusing paperwork, long delays, and unfair denials.
Our step-by-step process:
Free consultation
Review of medical history and military records
Personalized strategy for each case
Claim submission
Medical support
Over 90% favorable outcomes
We help veterans claim disabilities such as PTSD, sleep apnea, tinnitus, chronic pain, migraines, and digestive disorders. Strong evidence builds strong results. We support veterans with integrity and dedication from start to finish.
Are You Rated 90% or Less?
At Warrior Allegiance, we fight for every veteran until they receive what they deserve. No upfront fees, no risk—only results.