Shoulder Girdle Muscles
Muscle injuries of shoulder girdle and arm
All Conditions (13)
Breast Injury
DC 5302Group I Function: Upward rotation of scapula
DC 5301Group II Function: Depression of arm
DC 5302Group III Function: Elevation and abduction of arm
DC 5303Group IV Function: Stabilization of shoulder
DC 5304Group V Function: Elbow supination
DC 5305Group VI Function: Extension of elbow
DC 5306Injury, Muscle Group I
DC 5301Injury, Muscle Group II
DC 5302Injury, Muscle Group III
DC 5303Injury, Muscle Group IV
DC 5304Injury, Muscle Group V
DC 5305Injury, Muscle Group VI
DC 5306Showing 13 conditions
Tips for Shoulder Girdle 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 shoulder girdle 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.