Q. What type of physical ailments are considered disabling under SS law?

A. SS law reviews the overall impact of your cumulative ailments in deciding whether you are disabled or not. A review of your age, education, past work experience, and vocational possibilities will all be considered in deciding your disability. The key to the question is whether your overall physical and/or mental health makes it difficult for you to hold down regular work in the national job market. SS considers medical, vocational, and personal factors in making the decision.