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Physiotherapy Theory and Practice
An International Journal of Physical Therapy
Volume 9, 1993 - Issue 4
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Original Article

Skin compliance: Measuring skin consistency in the spinal region of healthy children and adults

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Pages 205-214 | Accepted 01 Sep 1992, Published online: 10 Jul 2009

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