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Physiotherapy Theory and Practice
An International Journal of Physical Therapy
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QUALITATIVE RESEARCH REPORT

Ethical issues in physiotherapy – Reflected from the perspective of physiotherapists in private practice

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Pages 96-112 | Accepted 25 May 2012, Published online: 05 Jul 2012

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