Seeking SSD Benefits for a Musculoskeletal Disability
Is Back, Bone or Joint Pain Preventing You From Working?
Musculoskeletal disabilities and disorders are caused by a range of issues, including traumatic accidents, aging, wear and tear, heredity, birth defects and complications from other medical conditions. The Social Security Administration (SSA) evaluates musculoskeletal disability claims based on the specific disorder of each applicant. Like all claims, however, the SSA considers your disorder's effect on your ability to work.
In general, musculoskeletal disorders may result in one or more of the following impairments: Inability to walk; impaired motor functions such as grasping, pulling or pushing; severe pain. If any of these impairments leave you without the residual functional capacity to perform substantial gainful activity, you may be awarded Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits.
Let Us Help You With the SSD Benefits Process
Simply being diagnosed with a musculoskeletal disorder does not mean you will be granted benefits. You must provide the SSA with appropriate medical evidence specific to your disorder. The majority of SSD claims are denied because of lack of proper medical evidence, so working with an experienced attorney is a good idea.
At Schwartzapfel Partners P.C., we have more than 150 years of combined experience. We have the knowledge to assist you with claiming a disability for a musculoskeletal disability such as:
- Disorders of the spine such as scoliosis
- Major dysfunction of a joint
- Reconstructive surgery of a major weight-bearing joint
- Back, neck and joint pains
- Amputation
- Fracture of the femur, tibia, pelvis or one or more tarsal bones
- Bone fracture in an upper extremity
- Soft tissue injury, including burns
- Repetitive strain such as tendonitis or carpal tunnel syndrome
- Bursitis (joint-area inflammation)
Schwartzapfel Partners P.C., understands the SSA impairment listing and will make sure you have the necessary medical evidence for your condition. Contact our disability benefits lawyers online or call us toll free at 888-801-1914 for a free consultation.








