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Physiotherapy Theory and Practice
An International Journal of Physical Therapy
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Single Subject Research Report

Effects of whole body vibration on strength and functional mobility in multiple sclerosis

, B Physiotherapy (Hons), , B Physiotherapy (Hons), PhD student & , PhD, M App Sc (Physio)
Pages 374-384 | Accepted 26 Jun 2009, Published online: 26 Jul 2010

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