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Physiotherapy Theory and Practice
An International Journal of Physical Therapy
Volume 28, 2012 - Issue 6
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Critical approaches in physical therapy research: Investigating the symbolic value of walking

Barbara E. Gibson Associate Professor, Department of Physical Therapy, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada; Senior Scientist, Bloorview Research Institute, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, Toronto, Ontario, CanadaCorrespondence[email protected]
, PhD, MSc, BMR(PT) &
Gail Teachman Lecturer, Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
, PhD(c), MSc, BSc(OT)
Pages 474-484 | Accepted 24 Jan 2012, Published online: 16 Apr 2012

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