Policeman's Heel
Policeman's Heel is a VA-ratable condition under diagnostic code 5276 in the Foot category. Maximum rating: 50%.
Rating Criteria
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 50% | Pronounced; bilateral, marked pronation, extreme tenderness of plantar surfaces of the feet, marked inward displacement and severe spasm of the tendo achillis on manipulation, not improved by orthopedic shoes or appliances |
| 30% | Severe; bilateral, objective evidence of marked deformity (pronation, abduction, etc.), pain on manipulation and use accentuated, indication of swelling on use, characteristic callosities |
| 20% | Severe; unilateral, objective evidence of marked deformity (pronation, abduction, etc.), pain on manipulation and use accentuated, indication of swelling on use, characteristic callosities |
| 10% | Moderate; weight-bearing line over or medial to great toe, inward bowing of tendo achillis, pain on manipulation and use of feet, bilateral or unilateral |
| 0% | Mild; symptoms relieved by built-up shoe or arch support |
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