DC 5010 — Post-traumatic arthritis
Also known as: Post-traumatic, traumatic arthritis, arthritis from injury, post-traumatic arthritis, broken bone, fracture, traumatic arthritis, old fracture
These are commonly claimed secondary connections linked to this primary disability. Use them as a screening tool for conversations with your doctor, VSO, or VA-accredited attorney.
Post-traumatic arthritis → Knee, other impairment
How the connection is commonly explained
Post-traumatic arthritis commonly develops in injured joints
Filing tip
File as a secondary claim to DC 5010 (Post-traumatic arthritis). Provide medical records showing post-traumatic arthritis commonly develops in injured joints and request a nexus opinion linking Knee, other impairment to your service-connected condition.
Post-traumatic arthritis → Major depressive disorder
How the connection is commonly explained
Chronic pain from injury-related arthritis causes depression
Filing tip
File as a secondary claim to DC 5010 (Post-traumatic arthritis). Provide medical records showing chronic pain from injury-related arthritis causes depression and request a nexus opinion linking Major depressive disorder to your service-connected condition.
Post-traumatic arthritis → Lumbosacral or cervical strain
How the connection is commonly explained
Arthritis in weight-bearing joints alters gait, stressing the spine
Filing tip
File as a secondary claim to DC 5010 (Post-traumatic arthritis). Provide medical records showing arthritis in weight-bearing joints alters gait, stressing the spine and request a nexus opinion linking Lumbosacral or cervical strain to your service-connected condition.
Post-traumatic arthritis → Plantar fasciitis
How the connection is commonly explained
Altered gait mechanics from arthritic joints affect feet
Filing tip
File as a secondary claim to DC 5010 (Post-traumatic arthritis). Provide medical records showing altered gait mechanics from arthritic joints affect feet and request a nexus opinion linking Plantar fasciitis to your service-connected condition.
How to File a Secondary Claim
Disclaimer: Secondary connections shown are based on commonly established medical links. Individual claims require medical evidence. Consult a VSO or VA-accredited attorney.