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Research Article

Therapeutic Effects of Horseback Riding Therapy on Gross Motor Function in Children with Cerebral Palsy: A Systematic Review

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Pages 229-242 | Received 27 Feb 2011, Accepted 14 Aug 2011, Published online: 29 Nov 2011

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