Which ROM is used for VA ratings?

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Mr.Tito

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This is probably an easy question and pretty sure I know the answer already. Just to be safe I’ll ask, because you’d never know.

Which type of back ROM (Active, Passive, Observed, Repeated, and Flair-Ups) is used for VA rating purposes? My DBQ showed 2 different ROM results (specifically Active & Repeated), making me wonder.
 
The result most favorable to the veteran- in other words, if your forward flexion in the thoracolumbar spine (i.e., lower back) was at 50 degrees upon initial exam and was estimated to be at 30 degrees during a flare-up, the Rating Activity is supposed to use 30 degrees as the measurement on forward flexion.
 
Mr.Tito said:
This is probably an easy question and pretty sure I know the answer already. Just to be safe I’ll ask, because you’d never know.

Which type of back ROM (Active, Passive, Observed, Repeated, and Flair-Ups) is used for VA rating purposes? My DBQ showed 2 different ROM results (specifically Active & Repeated), making me wonder.
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You asked a question that has been on my mind since I saw my DBQ with perfect Active ROM and she didnt even use the measuring equipment!
 
On some of my claims, my examiner was off. So I’m doing what I can by reviewing the heck out of my DBQ
 
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