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Can I Get Social Security Disability For Dizziness, Vertigo and Hearing Loss

I am a claims examiner who has  reviewed many social security disability cases over the years and am familiar what information is needed to improve one’s chances for receiving benefits. Vertigo or dizziness can greatly affect your ability to work. Those affected experience a spinning sensation of their surroundings   associated with lightheartedness which can lead to poor balance, unsteadiness […]

Get Social Security Disability For Peripheral Neuropathy, Leg Pain, Difficulty Walking And Numbesss In Feet

Peripheral neuropathy is a painful condition commonly affecting one’s feet and hands. In about 1/3 of cases the cause is unknown . Diabetes is frequently  a cause as well as drugs to treat aids and cancer. It is often described as a burning sensation associated with numbness and tingling. The pain may be very intense and […]

Get Social Security Disability SSDI For Bad Knees, Knee pain, Torn Meniscus: Use a lawyer to improve your chances

APPLYING FOR SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY I am a former social security examiner who has reviewed knee disability cases over many years and understand the important information needed to evaluate claims. Applying for disability can be a very confusing,  time consuming and frustrating experience. My  brand new ebook (updated for 2016), “How To Get Disability For Knee […]

Get and Understand Social Security Disability, SSDI, For Painful feet Due To Plantar Fasciitis

I am a former claims examiner for social security who has reviewed many cases which alleged disability due to plantar fasciits. Plantar fasciits is one of the most common causes of foot/heel pain. It causes an intense pain that often occurs when taking your first steps in the morning and can last all day. There […]

CAN I GET SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY FOR MULTIPLE KNEE SURGERIES

If you have had multiple knee surgeries for various knee problems you can get social security benefits depending on  certain social security rules. Download from Amazon.com  If you are under 50 years of age your chances of getting benefits are harder since you have to show that your ability to walk is quite severely affected. […]

Get Disability For Parkinson’s Disease And Avoid A Denial

Parkinson’s disease usually begins after age 40. It is due to changes in the brain of unknown cause resulting in slow and decreased movements,  rigidity affecting muscles, tremors and instability in standing and walking. The tremors show what is called a “pill rolling ” tremor of the hands which is made worse by fatigue and […]

Can I Get Disability For Rheumatoid Arthritis In My Hands, Knees, Feet And Ankles

Rheumatoid arthritis is sometimes called inflammatory arthritis.  Joints are noted to be painful, swollen, stiff and sometimes quite deformed. It can affect many joints of the body including the hands which can lead to difficulty grasping or holding objects as well as problems performing fine fingering such as picking up or pinching small objects, typing […]

CAN I GET SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY FOR MENTAL CONDITIONS SUCH AS ANXIETY OR DEPRESSION/

If you have a mental condition such as severe anxiety or depression which significantly affects your ability to work, then you should seriously consider applying for Social Security Disability.  Because applying for disability can be a difficult task, you should from the beginning seek the services of an attorney who has worked with such cases […]

Can I Get Social Security Disability For Arthritis In Feet

Osteoarthritis of the feet is quite common. It can cause inflammation of the toe joints often affecting the big toe. A prior history of fractures involving the foot can lead to development of arthritis. Other factors such as being overweight, women who wear high-heeled shoes and a family history may predispose one to arthritis. Swelling […]

CAN I GET SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY FOR POOR DIABETIC CONTROL WITH DIABETIC ACIDOSIS?

Poor diabetic control can sometimes lead to a condition called diabetic ketoacidosis. This is an extremely serious condition which can result in diabetic coma and even death. It is caused by not enough sugar getting into body cells resulting in a breakdown of fat and muscle for energy leading to production of ketones or fatty […]