Hi, I am an E6 with 14 yrs in the Navy. 6 years ago I started to have lower back issues that started with making it hard to sleep. I kept going to medical and kept getting told nothing was wrong. finally back in December 2010 it gave out completely making it so I couldn't stand up straight or even walk without a limp. Medical finally referred me to a Neuro Surgeon and he told me that I had Spondylolisthess, herniated disks and a possible ruptured disk in my lower back. He recommended surgery but wanted me to try physical therapy first. Late February 2011 I lost control of my bladder and was sent in to the same Neuro Surgeon who stated that I then had Cauda equina syndrome and had to have Surgery. They told me that I would be up and going within a few months after the surgery. Six months after the surgery I am still limping around, using a cane due to the fact my right leg is numb half the time and gives out on me, I still have moderate pain in my lower back at all times and can't lift anything over 10 lbs without a few hours on my back in pain.
October 2011 I started the PEB status, meant with VA and Navy Doctors in Balboa Medical Center.
Today I found out my PEB results, they gave me 10% with Severance Pay and VA offered me 30% Disability. I still struggle to get out of bed after only a few hours of off and on sleep, rely on a cane so when my leg gives out I don't fall on my face, I use medication so I can urinate regular and still partially numb in the right leg and genital area. I put in 14 yrs, Sailor of the Year, Recruiter of the Year x2, and multiple other awards, I worked and broke my back for the Navy and didn't want to get out but the results just feel like a slap in the face and a boot to the door. Can I appeal the results? can I get representation? I don't think I am asking for the world but I believe I deserve better. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
October 2011 I started the PEB status, meant with VA and Navy Doctors in Balboa Medical Center.
Today I found out my PEB results, they gave me 10% with Severance Pay and VA offered me 30% Disability. I still struggle to get out of bed after only a few hours of off and on sleep, rely on a cane so when my leg gives out I don't fall on my face, I use medication so I can urinate regular and still partially numb in the right leg and genital area. I put in 14 yrs, Sailor of the Year, Recruiter of the Year x2, and multiple other awards, I worked and broke my back for the Navy and didn't want to get out but the results just feel like a slap in the face and a boot to the door. Can I appeal the results? can I get representation? I don't think I am asking for the world but I believe I deserve better. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
