Torso & Neck Muscles
Muscle injuries of torso and neck
All Conditions (14)
Anterior Scalene Muscle
DC 5322Atypical Chest Pain
DC 5321Cervical Spine, Straightening of
DC 5320Diastasis Recti
DC 5319Group XIX Function: Abdominal wall and lower thorax
DC 5319Group XX Function: Postural support of body
DC 5320Group XXI Function: Respiration
DC 5321Group XXII Function: Rotary and forward movements, head
DC 5322Group XXIII Function: Movements of head
DC 5323Injury, Muscle Group XIX
DC 5319Injury, Muscle Group XX
DC 5320Injury, Muscle Group XXI
DC 5321Injury, Muscle Group XXII
DC 5322Injury, Muscle Group XXIII
DC 5323Showing 14 conditions
Tips for Torso & Neck Muscles Claims
- Document symptoms thoroughly - Include frequency, duration, and impact on daily activities
- Get a nexus letter - Link your condition to your military service
- Prepare for C&P exam - Know your diagnostic code's rating criteria beforehand
- Claim secondary conditions - Many torso & neck muscles conditions cause or aggravate other disabilities
Remember: Secondary conditions are often overlooked but fully ratable. If one body part is wrecked, the parts compensating for it probably aren't far behind.