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Physiotherapy Theory and Practice
An International Journal of Physical Therapy
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Qualitative Research Report

“A touch of physiotherapy” — the significance and meaning of touch in the practice of physiotherapy

, PhD, PT & , PhD, PT
Pages 10-19 | Received 26 Oct 2014, Accepted 29 Mar 2015, Published online: 11 Jan 2016

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