Internal saphenous nerve paralysis

Medical records and examination findings that document the degree of sensory loss along the inner leg and knee — the area this nerve serves — are central to supporting a rating. A VA or private examination that describes the extent of numbness, tingling, or loss of sensation helps show whether the condition is mild to moderate or severe to complete. Because the regulation limits a wholly sensory nerve to no more than the moderate degree, records showing significant functional impact, such as difficulty with walking, standing, or other daily activities, can help show severity. Statements from you or people who know you describing how the sensory loss affects work and daily life can also support the picture of how the condition functions at its worst.