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Physiotherapy Theory and Practice
An International Journal of Physical Therapy
Volume 6, 1990 - Issue 2
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First-contact physiotherapy practice in Nigeria

V. A. Obajuluwa Lecturer I and Chief Course Co-ordinator Department of Medical Rehabilitation, Faculty of Health Sciences, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria
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O. K. Abereoje Lecturer II, Department of Medical Rehabilitation, Faculty of Health Sciences, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria
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M. O. B. Olaogun Lecturer I, Department of Medical Rehabilitation, Faculty of Health Sciences, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria
Pages 85-89 | Accepted 01 Aug 1989, Published online: 10 Jul 2009

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