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Systematic Review

The relative effectiveness of segment specific level and non-specific level spinal joint mobilization on pain and range of motion: results of a systematic review and meta-analysis

Emily Joan SlavenUniversity of Indianapolis, IN, USACorrespondence[email protected]
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Adam P. GoodeUniversity of Indianapolis, IN, USA
,
Rogelio A. CoronadoUniversity of Indianapolis, IN, USA
,
Charles PooleUniversity of Indianapolis, IN, USA
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Eric J. HegedusUniversity of Indianapolis, IN, USA
Pages 7-17 | Published online: 12 Nov 2013

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