40%
Official criteria
With actual loss of use of the footPlain-language summary
The schedule's note directs a 40% evaluation for actual loss of use of the foot.
Plantar fasciitis — DC 5269
VA evaluates plantar fasciitis by laterality, relief after treatment, and actual loss of use of the foot.
Musculoskeletalheel pain
Official schedule
Percentage levels and criteria
Plain-language summaries explain the text; they do not decide whether any level applies.
30%
Official criteria
No relief from both non-surgical and surgical treatment, bilateralPlain-language summary
Both feet are affected and neither nonsurgical nor surgical treatment provided relief.
20%
Official criteria
No relief from both non-surgical and surgical treatment, unilateralPlain-language summary
One foot is affected and neither nonsurgical nor surgical treatment provided relief.
10%
Official criteria
Otherwise, unilateral or bilateralPlain-language summary
This is the otherwise-applicable level for one or both feet.
Source record
Open official eCFR source38 CFR § 4.71a—Schedule of ratings, musculoskeletal system
38 CFR § 4.71a, DC 5269 · Effective Feb 7, 2021 · Reviewed Sep 11, 2026
Reviewed form connection
Related Disability Benefits Questionnaires
These are explicit reviewed mappings, not automatic keyword matches.
Foot Conditions, Including Flatfoot (Pes Planus)
The public Foot DBQ includes foot conditions such as flatfoot; a clinician should use the current form instructions.