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Clinical Features - Review

The current role of Astym therapy in the treatment of musculoskeletal disorders

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Pages 66-71 | Received 24 Dec 2018, Accepted 08 Aug 2019, Published online: 28 Aug 2019

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  • How is Astym therapy done? https://www.astym.com/Patients/About
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