DC 5269 — Plantar fasciitis
Also known as: heel pain, plantar fasciitis, Plantar fasciitis, heel spur, bottom of foot pain, arch pain, morning foot pain
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.
Plantar fasciitis → Knee, other impairment
How the connection is commonly explained
Foot pain alters gait, stressing the knee joint
Filing tip
File as a secondary claim to DC 5269 (Plantar fasciitis). Provide medical records showing foot pain alters gait, stressing the knee joint and request a nexus opinion linking Knee, other impairment to your service-connected condition.
Plantar fasciitis → Lumbosacral or cervical strain
How the connection is commonly explained
Changed gait mechanics from foot pain affect spinal alignment
Filing tip
File as a secondary claim to DC 5269 (Plantar fasciitis). Provide medical records showing changed gait mechanics from foot pain affect spinal alignment and request a nexus opinion linking Lumbosacral or cervical strain to your service-connected condition.
Plantar fasciitis → Ankle, limited motion
How the connection is commonly explained
Foot conditions alter ankle mechanics
Filing tip
File as a secondary claim to DC 5269 (Plantar fasciitis). Provide medical records showing foot conditions alter ankle mechanics and request a nexus opinion linking Ankle, limited motion to your service-connected condition.
Plantar fasciitis → Major depressive disorder
How the connection is commonly explained
Chronic foot pain limiting mobility leads to depression
Filing tip
File as a secondary claim to DC 5269 (Plantar fasciitis). Provide medical records showing chronic foot pain limiting mobility leads to depression and request a nexus opinion linking Major depressive disorder to your service-connected condition.
Plantar fasciitis → Thigh, limitation of flexion
How the connection is commonly explained
Gait compensation stresses the hip
Filing tip
File as a secondary claim to DC 5269 (Plantar fasciitis). Provide medical records showing gait compensation stresses the hip and request a nexus opinion linking Thigh, limitation of flexion to your service-connected condition.
This condition may also be secondary to
Ankle instability changes foot mechanics
Flat feet are a primary cause of plantar fasciitis.
Altered gait mechanics from arthritic joints affect feet
Altered gait from numbness changes foot mechanics
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.