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Jaxon receiving his prosthetic legs

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Jaxon isn't your average 9-year-old. He was born with proximal femoral focal deficiency -- but that doesn't stop him from achieving his dreams. Learn about his inspirational journey and struggle to receive his prosthetic legs.

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