Pelvic & Thigh Muscles
Muscle injuries of pelvic girdle and thigh
All Conditions (13)
Buttocks, Injury
DC 5317Group XIII Function: Extension of hip and flexion of knee
DC 5313Group XIV Function: Extension of knee
DC 5314Group XV Function: Adduction of hip
DC 5315Group XVI Function: Flexion of hip
DC 5316Group XVII Function: Extension of hip
DC 5317Group XVIII Function: Outward rotation of thigh
DC 5318Injury, Muscle Group XIII
DC 5313Injury, Muscle Group XIV
DC 5314Injury, Muscle Group XV
DC 5315Injury, Muscle Group XVI
DC 5316Injury, Muscle Group XVII
DC 5317Injury, Muscle Group XVIII
DC 5318Showing 13 conditions
Tips for Pelvic & Thigh Muscles Claims
- Document symptoms thoroughly - Include frequency, duration, and impact on daily activities
- Get a nexus letter - Link your condition to your military service
- Prepare for C&P exam - Know your diagnostic code's rating criteria beforehand
- Claim secondary conditions - Many pelvic & thigh muscles conditions cause or aggravate other disabilities
Remember: Secondary conditions are often overlooked but fully ratable. If one body part is wrecked, the parts compensating for it probably aren't far behind.