I am new to the forums and was hoping to find out some information. I was medically discharged from the Navy in March 07. I was separated w/ ONLY 20% disability. I know I am not as badly injured as some coming back from war, but my injuries are impairing.
Background...was forced into a VBSS schooling by my ships command who had full knowledge I had back pain and problems. This resulted in me receiving training with Blackwater. During repelling my harness slipped and I fell 15 feet before harness locked. This resulted in 2 herniated discs in my lower back.
The treatment I received at my duty stationed...quite frankly sucked...and everything was done backwards. I lost complete faith in ALL medical treatment. I am registered with my local Veterans Administration, but just have not obtained any treatment through them.
I was given some information last year, by a fellow Navy Veteran, that there will be a Physical Disability Re-Evaluation Board. I am not sure of the exact name of this board. But, does anyone know if this is up and running yet. My wife did some extensive research last year and found it was going to be established but they were still dragging feet on it.
Any and all information would be appreciated. I am at wits end and my back problems are increasingly becoming worse.
And thank you ALL who are still serving. God bless you all, keep you safe and come home soon!!!
Dave
Background...was forced into a VBSS schooling by my ships command who had full knowledge I had back pain and problems. This resulted in me receiving training with Blackwater. During repelling my harness slipped and I fell 15 feet before harness locked. This resulted in 2 herniated discs in my lower back.
The treatment I received at my duty stationed...quite frankly sucked...and everything was done backwards. I lost complete faith in ALL medical treatment. I am registered with my local Veterans Administration, but just have not obtained any treatment through them.
I was given some information last year, by a fellow Navy Veteran, that there will be a Physical Disability Re-Evaluation Board. I am not sure of the exact name of this board. But, does anyone know if this is up and running yet. My wife did some extensive research last year and found it was going to be established but they were still dragging feet on it.
Any and all information would be appreciated. I am at wits end and my back problems are increasingly becoming worse.
And thank you ALL who are still serving. God bless you all, keep you safe and come home soon!!!
Dave