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Physiotherapy Theory and Practice
An International Journal of Physical Therapy
Volume 26, 2010 - Issue 8
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Professional Theoretical Article

Pragmatism in practice: Mixed methods research for physiotherapy

, BKin, Doctoral Candidate, , PT, PhD & , PhD
Pages 510-518 | Accepted 28 Jan 2010, Published online: 22 Jul 2010

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