If you are a Canadian veteran pursuing a Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) disability claim, reassessment, or VRAB appeal for a musculoskeletal or neurological condition, a formal medical-legal report from a qualified healthcare provider can be one of the most important documents you submit. Dr. Scott Brayall at Fredericton Family Chiropractic provides comprehensive chiropractic disability assessments and written VAC reports tailored to the specific standards used by VAC adjudicators — grounded in the Veterans Well-being Act, the Entitlement Eligibility Guidelines (EEGs), and the Table of Disabilities.
Serving veterans in Fredericton, Oromocto, and throughout New Brunswick.
What Is a VAC Chiropractic Disability Report?
A VAC chiropractic disability report is a formal medical-legal document prepared by a regulated chiropractor that supports your entitlement claim with Veterans Affairs Canada. It provides clinical evidence of your diagnosis, documents the relationship between your condition and your military service, and quantifies your functional impairment in terms that align with VAC’s adjudication criteria.
A well-prepared chiropractic report can make a meaningful difference in the outcome of a VAC claim — particularly in cases where a claim has been denied, where service connection is disputed, or where a reassessment is being sought to reflect a worsening condition.
What’s Included in Dr. Brayall’s VAC Reports
Every VAC chiropractic disability report from Fredericton Family Chiropractic includes:
- Detailed history of your service-related injury, exposure, or condition
- Clinical examination findings and functional assessment
- Diagnosis with reference to applicable VAC Entitlement Eligibility Guidelines (EEGs)
- Causation opinion — establishing how your condition relates to your military service
- Aggravation analysis, where applicable
- Functional impairment assessment relevant to the Table of Disabilities
- A formal written medical-legal report suitable for VAC submission, reassessment, or VRAB appeal
Conditions We Assess for VAC Disability Claims
Dr. Brayall has experience assessing and documenting a wide range of service-related musculoskeletal and neurological conditions, including:
- Chronic back pain and lumbar spine injuries (disc herniation, degenerative disc disease, facet syndrome)
- Cervical spine and neck injuries
- Concussion and mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) — including post-concussion syndrome
- Sciatica and lumbar radiculopathy
- Shoulder, hip, and knee injuries
- Musculoskeletal injuries from training, deployment, and operational service activities
- Cumulative trauma and repetitive strain injuries
- Chronic Pain Syndrome with a musculoskeletal component
How the VAC Assessment Process Works
Step 1 — Book a VAC Assessment Appointment
Contact Fredericton Family Chiropractic at (506) 472-7000 to schedule a dedicated VAC assessment appointment. Let us know you are requesting a report for a VAC disability claim, reassessment, or VRAB appeal.
Step 2 — Bring Your Documentation
Bring any available service records, medical records, VAC correspondence, and information about your claimed condition. Prior imaging (X-rays, MRI) and previous treatment records are especially helpful. The more clinical context we have, the stronger your report.
Step 3 — Comprehensive Clinical Examination
Dr. Brayall will conduct a thorough clinical assessment, including a detailed history, physical examination, and functional evaluation specific to your condition and claim.
Step 4 — Written VAC Chiropractic Report
A formal written chiropractic disability assessment report will be prepared and delivered to you. The report is structured to meet VAC adjudication standards and is suitable for submission with your claim, reassessment application, or VRAB appeal package.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a chiropractor write a medical report for a VAC disability claim?
Yes. Chiropractors are regulated healthcare professionals recognized by Veterans Affairs Canada as qualified to provide clinical assessments and medical-legal reports for musculoskeletal and neurological disability claims.
What if my VAC claim was already denied?
A formal chiropractic report addressing the specific criteria used by VAC adjudicators — including causation, chronicity, and functional impairment — can be submitted as part of a reassessment or VRAB appeal. Many claims that were initially denied are overturned with stronger medical evidence.
Do I need a referral to book a VAC assessment?
No referral is required. You can contact Fredericton Family Chiropractic directly to schedule your VAC assessment appointment.
How long does it take to receive the report?
Report turnaround times vary depending on the complexity of the case. Dr. Brayall will provide an estimated timeline at the time of your assessment.
Does VRAB accept chiropractic reports as evidence?
Yes. The Veterans Review and Appeal Board accepts medical-legal reports from regulated healthcare professionals, including chiropractors, as evidence in both review and appeal proceedings.
Serving Veterans Across New Brunswick
Dr. Scott Brayall at Fredericton Family Chiropractic provides VAC disability assessments and medical-legal reports for veterans in Fredericton, Oromocto, and surrounding areas of New Brunswick. Whether you are filing an initial claim, requesting a reassessment, or preparing for a VRAB appeal, we are here to help you build the strongest possible evidentiary record.
Call (506) 472-7000 or book online to schedule your VAC chiropractic assessment.