If you’re not sure whether you have a condition that qualifies you to receive disability benefits, you’re not alone. That’s why, our attorneys at Aiello Law Group have taken the time to list out some of the most common conditions others claim disability benefits for so you can compare.

Musculoskeletal System & Connective Tissue Disorders

Any conditions that affect a person’s nerves, muscles, tendons, or ligaments typically fall into this category. In fact, a majority of disability benefits recipients suffer from either a musculoskeletal system or connective tissue disease or disorder, which can include:

Spinal Disorders
Scoliosis
Fibromyalgia
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Degenerative Disc Disease

Cardiac & Circulatory Disorders

Any condition known to impact blood flow to/from the heart, or throughout the body, can be considered a cardiac or circulatory disorder. These types of conditions include:

Angina
Congenital Heart Defects
Arrhythmia
Hypertension
Coronary Artery Disease

Cancers

Whether benign (non-cancerous), or malignant (cancerous), neoplasms, also known as tumors, are a type of abnormal and often invasive tissue mass that can dramatically impact a person’s life, causing:

Lung Cancer
Mesothelioma
Pancreatic Cancer
Esophageal Cancer
Breast Cancer

Nervous System & Sense Organ Disorders

Sense organ disorders and nervous system conditions are those that intensely affect an individual’s memories and practical abilities. These include:

Blindness
Deafness
Sciatica
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Parkinson’s Disease
Neuralgia

Mental Disorders

Qualifying for disability benefits for a mental disorder can be tricky, but it isn’t impossible. You must ensure you have proper documentation from a licensed mental health or medical professional, and it must severely reduce your ability to function on your own. Each case is different though, so if you are struggling, it is worth it to ask attorneys if you think you may qualify for benefits based on your:

Depression
Anxiety
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Schizophrenia
Organic Brain Syndrome
Panic Attacks
Autism
Asperger’s Syndrome

Final Thoughts?

While this is merely a brief list compared to the many qualifying conditions the SSA accepts for applying for disability benefits, it’s important to acknowledge that simply having a qualifying diagnosis does not automatically entitle you to receive them. Every disorder and disease has its own strict requirements that must be met for approval, and every case is different.

Think you may have a qualifying condition? Want to get started applying for your benefits? Our phenomenal team of Social Security disability attorneys at Aiello Law Group is here to help! Just one consultation with us, and we’re certain we can determine your eligibility, and even help you get the process started! Call us, today, at 313.964.4900 or fill out the form in the sidebar or on our contact page, and learn more about how we can help you.