Can I get a medical board for nerve damage?

2019-02-19T10:37:40-05:00

Ive been in the army for 3 years now and all was well, day one of getting to my new duty station I was moving some desks for the 1SG and after a while my hand went numb. Followed up on the issue and was determined i have ulner nerve damage, i now have an appointment with Nero to determine whats going on. My hand hand been numb for 6 weeks now lost 50% of my grip strength and cant use my hand in the cold or do anyrhing i used to do. Is there a way for me to ask for med board because of this, is this a valid reason and if they offer surgery and i take it could i still get med?

Response by SGM Bill Frazer made Feb 19 at 2019 12:13 PM

2019-02-19T12:13:07-05:00

1. You can't ask for MEB. 2 After Nero appt, the Doctors will decide where to go from there- surgery, MEB, etc. MEB means that you are essential useless to the Service

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 8 at 2020 10:39 PM

2020-08-08T22:39:00-04:00

You’re already asking about MEB and disability percentages and you haven’t done a day of physical therapy yet. Try to fix the issue, before you have it end your career. Your questions should be focused oh rehabilitation and not disability. You’ll know when it gets to that point and if you’re wanting a career in the Army, at least try to fix it first. I’ll be honest and tell you that if you’re asking for a MEB and wondering what procedures will give you a better percentage over the other, it already looks bad.