A review exam, also called a Routine Future Exam, occurs when the VA wants to check up on the severity and status of a Veteran's...

As a common condition experienced among Veterans, fibromyalgia is often claimed for VA disability benefits. But what is it, and how does...

VA disability benefits include dental care, too! There are several dental conditions that are extra common among the Veteran population. Because of this, it's possible to earn either Direct Service Connected or Secondary Service Connected  and get VA disability benefits – as long as you have a claim full of compelling documentation. These are 4 of the most common dental connections faced by Veterans: Bruxism Bruxism is the medical term for teeth grinding – a common dental con

Filing a VA disability benefits claim can feel overwhelming, between getting competent evidence and figuring out if your condition...

This one's a bit of a mouthful – medically unexplained chronic multisystem illness (MUCMI for short) is a common occurrence among the...

If you've never heard of Directive 1134, you're going to want to read over this blog. Veterans preparing to file a claim for VA...

New year, new habits! It's one thing to set goals and intentions, and another to keep them going throughout the whole year and beyond....

We have good news: The confusion over insomnia is over! For too long, the VA only considered insomnia as a mental health condition – even...

If you're looking to get the maximum value out of your VA disability benefits, then you're going to want to become aware of pyramiding –...

Families of deceased Veterans should be aware of this important update from the VA. If you're unfamiliar with what a DIC claim is, we'll...

Try making a Google search for VA disability benefits, and you'll get pages of ads from companies trying to help you. Maybe all you want...

Starting a new fitness routine can be empowering and highly beneficial to your health. Exercise can help our bodies (and our brains!)...

Whether you have a service-connected injury that has affected the long term function of your knees or you simply experience symptoms of...

Starting a new workout program can be a fulfilling experience for Veterans eager to benefit their physical and mental health. Diving into...

You've likely heard it before: Getting greens in your diet is an important step to a healthy eating routine. We're not saying you have to...

The VA rates flat feet and plantar fasciitis differently (we wrote a blog about it here). These two foot conditions used to be rated...

You've heard all about the physical benefits of exercise – but how about the mental ones? Research has shed more light on the ways...

Are you tossing and turning at night, or waking up with frequent headaches? It might be more than a poor night sleep – you could be...

In case you missed it, the VA recently updated their ratings for headaches. Whether you suffer from tension headaches or you are more on...

We've all heard the classic "you are what you eat" – but most assume that only pertains to our physical health. There has been plenty of...