Evaluation Board report noted right shoulder flexion to 180 degrees and abduction to 180 degrees.  It was noted that the condition was rated as periarticular pathology related to Ehlers-Danlos (a congenital condition) but permanently aggravated by 7 years of a service as a combat medic.  Right shoulder subluxation was also indicated.

A June 2009 neurology note reflects that the Veteran had a history of shoulder dislocations.  It was also noted that the Veteran underwent EMG studies of the upper extremities, which yielded normal results.  The possibility of intermittent compression of the brachial plexus was suggested.  Physical therapy shoulder girdle strengthening and improved posture was ordered.  

A July 2009 VA physical medicine rehab treatment plan note reflects that range of motion for both shouldersnormal, outside of a notation of mild asymptomatic pes planus. Ehlers-Danlos syndrome was not noted on entry.  The Veteran also denied a pertinent history on report of medical history at entrance.

A July 2007 report from Vanderbilt Medical Genetics reflects that the Veteran presented with concerns regarding joint pain and joint laxity.  She stated that she was in good health until 2002, when she started having increased joint pain after physical activity associated with joining the Army.  Since that time, she had 3 shoulder dislocations as well as hip dislocations.   After review of the Veteran's medical history and testing results, the examiner confirmed a diagnosis of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome.  

A July 2007 treatment report notes complaint of neck and back pain.

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