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Jackson Weiss Syndrome

Jackson-Weiss Syndrome (JWS) is a rare genetic disorder characterized by foot abnormalities. Symtoms include abnormally broad big toes and/or malformation or fusion of certain bones within the feet.


One-fourth of all nursing home patients cannot walk at all and another one-sixth can walk only with assistance.