Social Security Listings for Back Disorders
Social Security Listings for Back Disorders
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Social Security Disability and SSI for Back Pain Caused by Nerve Root Compression
If a compressed nerve root in your back or neck causes significant pain and disability, you may be able to get benefits from Social Security.
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Disability for Spinal Stenosis: Social Security Benefits and SSI
With your doctor's support and good medical records, getting disability for spinal stenosis is not out of reach, especially if you have difficulty walking.
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How to Get Disability Benefits for Spinal Arachnoiditis
If your arachnoiditis affects your ability to stand, walk, or sit for two hours without changing your position, you may be able to get disability benefits.
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Can You Get SSDI Disability Benefits for Scoliosis?
Social Security disability applicants with scoliosis may qualify for benefits if they are physically limited in standing, walking, or lifting, pushing, or pulling items.
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Getting Disability Benefits for Ankylosing Spondylitis
Previously referred to as Marie-Strumpells spondylitis, poker back, and rheumatoid spondylitis, ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a term that few people will have heard of unless they've been diagnosed with the condition.
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Disability Benefits for a Bulging or Herniated Disc
The SSA usually finds that disability from herniated or bulging discs lasts less than a year.
Back Disorders Without Specific Disability Listings
Back Disorders Without Specific Disability Listings
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Disability Benefits for Reduced Capacity Caused by Back Problems
If your back problems reduce your capacity to sit, walk, and bend to the point where you can't work, you may qualify for disability.
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Degenerative Disc Disease, Back Pain & Social Security Disability
It's not easy to win a disability claim based on degenerative disc disease. Here's what a disability examiner looks for in a DDD claim.
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Social Security Disability (SSI & SSDI) for Neck Pain, or Cervicalgia
There are several ways to get approved for disability benefits for neck problems caused by arthritis, disc issues, pinched nerves, and more.
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Disability Benefits for Spinal Fusion or Back Surgery
If you've had a spinal fusion or back surgery but still have significant limitations, you might qualify for Social Security disability.
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Getting Disability Benefits for Spinal Cord Injury or Paralysis
If you have a severe spinal cord injury, you could be automatically eligible for Social Security disability benefits.
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Can You Get Disability for Spondylolisthesis, Retrolisthesis, or Laterolisthesis?
Learn how Social Security views disability claims for spondylolisthesis, retrolisthesis, and lateral listhesis and what you can do to increase your chances of qualifying for benefits.
Questions About Disability for Back Problems
Questions About Disability for Back Problems
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Can You Get Disability for Chronic Back Pain?
Back pain resulting from a condition that's established with objective medical evidence can be disabling.
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What Are the Chances of Getting Disability for a Back Problem?
Back problems have a lower-than-average likelihood of being approved, but some factors may increase the likelihood of getting benefits.
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What Are the Main Causes of Back Injury Disabilities?
Most back problems are caused by natural aging, but car accidents, falls, sports, and work are also common causes of injuries and strains.
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Ankylosing Spondylitis: Treatment and Social Security Disability FAQs
Ankylosing spondylitis can cause serius spinal issues and is usually eligible for disability benefits.
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Social Security Disability Based on Spina Bifida
Social Security evaluates spina bifida under its disability listings for spinal disorders when the spine is affected in certain ways.
Resources
Resources
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SSA Listing Form for Back Injuries
Give this form to your doctor to determine whether you meet the requirements for any of Social Security's back disorder listings.
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Nolo's Guide to Social Security Disability
Written by a former SSA medical consultant, Nolo's Guide to Social Security Disability is the essential book for learning about the disability process, and can be helpful whether you hire or lawyer or not.