Periodic Limb Movement Disorder and Restlerss Leg Syndrome

Thanks for the info bigrex

This is from VAC's Entitlement Eligibility Guidelines for PTSD.

"C. Common Medical Conditions Which May Result in Whole or in Part from Posttraumatic Stress Disorder and/or its Treatment

Section C medical conditions may result in whole or in part as a direct result of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, from the treatment of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder or the combined effects of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder and its treatment.

Conditions listed in Section C of the Entitlement Considerations are only granted entitlement if the individual merits and medical evidence of the case determines a consequential relationship exists. Consultation with Medical Advisory is strongly recommended.

If it is claimed a medication required to treat Posttraumatic Stress Disorder resulted in whole, or in part, in the clinical onset or aggravation of a medical condition the following must be established:
1.The individual was receiving the medication at the time of the clinical onset or aggravation of the medical condition.
2.The medication was used for the treatment of the Posttraumatic Stress Disorder.
3.The medication is unlikely to be discontinued or the medication is known to have enduring effects after discontinuation.
4.The individual’s medical information and the current medical literature support the medication can result in the clinical onset or aggravation of the medical condition.
5.Note: Individual medications may belong to a class, or grouping, of medications. The effects of a specific medication may vary from the grouping. The effects of the specific medication should be considered and not the effects of the group.

The list of Section C conditions is not all inclusive. Conditions, other than those listed in Section C, may be claimed to have a consequential relationship to Posttraumatic Stress Disorder and / or its treatment. Other conditions may be considered for entitlement based on the individual merits and medical evidence provided for each case. Consultation with Medical Advisory is strongly recommended.
•Sexual Dysfunction (e.g., Erectile Dysfunction)
•Irritable Bowel Syndrome
•Bruxism
•Xerostomia
•Periodic Limb Movement Disorder
•Restless Leg Syndrome
•Obstructive Sleep Apnea"

Thanks for the info johnny211

Also ExMedic - A dentist fills out the xerostomia claim. Mine was awesome and knew about it. VVV

XMedic - not sure what chapter. Just went on my vac account, sent a msg asking them to send me all the Consequencial disabilities paper work due too ptsd. VVV

Hey johnny211, I hear ya on the dreaded ED.  I didn't know you could also apply for the Xerotomia as a result of PTSD treatment.  I have had dry mouth since the medication roulette game started. What chapter in the table of disabilities did you apply for each condition?  Thanks for any and all help. XMedic

Hi Exmedic- 2 mths ago I put in for xerostomia, restless leg and shhh Ed, lol, as Consequencial to my ptsd. Ive had the restless leg, trashing in bed for yrs, due to ptsd nightmares. Xerostomia is dry mouth. I usually get this at night after taking my thc. This side effect is written in health Canada’s brochere that they send in each Canabis delivery. Health Canada states that dry mouth can be caused by Canabis. And ED, well that’s a problem of ptsd, big brain getting dissociated and not talking to little soldier..lol.
I’m sure in a yr I’ll get a ya or a FO letter. Johnny Out, VVV...

Has anyone out there ever applied for a PTSD consequential disability award for Periodic Limb Movement Disorder and/or Restless Leg Syndrome that is caused by the PTSD medications?  If you have, can you let me know what percentage (not fifths)you were given.  I also need to know which chapter in the table of disability I need to apply under.  I am thinking chapter 20 under other but not sure.  Any help or information would be greatly appreciated.  XMedic