Ankle, limited motion (DC 5271) | VA Rating Tool

Diagnostic Code5271
CategoryThe Musculoskeletal System
SubcategoryAnkle
Also Known AsAnkle, ankle pain, limited ankle motion, ankle injury, ankle arthritis, ankle sprain
CFR Section38 CFR § 4.71a
View Official CFR Source ↗ 🔗 Secondary Conditions Map
Next Steps for This Condition
✍️ Write Your Statement 📝 Start Your Claim 🧮 Calculate Rating 💰 See Payment 🔗 Check Secondaries
Rating Criteria
Rating Criteria
20% Marked (less than 5 degrees dorsiflexion or less than 10 degrees plantar flexion)
10% Moderate (less than 15 degrees dorsiflexion or less than 30 degrees plantar flexion)

Conditions Secondary to This

4 links
Knee, other impairment
5257
Strong

Ankle injuries alter gait mechanics, stressing the knee

View condition Open full map
Plantar fasciitis
5269
Strong

Ankle instability changes foot mechanics

View condition Open full map
Lumbosacral or cervical strain
5237
Moderate

Gait compensation from ankle injuries affects spinal alignment

View condition Open full map
Major depressive disorder
9434
Moderate

Chronic ankle pain and mobility limitations

View condition Open full map

This May Be Secondary To

4 links
Knee, other impairment
DC 5257
Moderate

Gait compensation affects ankle mechanics and can lead to chronic ankle pain.

Open map View primary
Leg, limitation of extension
DC 5261
Moderate

Changes in gait from knee dysfunction commonly place extra stress on the ankle.

Open map View primary
Leg, limitation of flexion
DC 5260
Moderate

Compensation for limited knee motion can place extra stress on the ankle.

Open map View primary
Plantar fasciitis
DC 5269
Moderate

Foot conditions alter ankle mechanics

Open map View primary

Disclaimer: Secondary connections shown are based on commonly established medical links. Individual claims require medical evidence. Consult a VSO or VA-accredited attorney.