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Systematic Review/Meta-Analysis

Scapular focused interventions to improve shoulder pain and function in adults with subacromial pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis

, BSc Physio, MClin Physio (Manips), , BSc Physio, PhD, , BSc Physio, MSc, PhD & , B.App.Sc (Physio), Master of Sports Physiotherapy, PhD
Pages 653-670 | Received 12 Dec 2016, Accepted 06 May 2017, Published online: 19 Jan 2018

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