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Physiotherapy Theory and Practice
An International Journal of Physical Therapy
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Comparison of portable handheld versus fixed isokinetic dynamometers in measuring strength of the wrist and forearm

Ann Lucado PT, PhD, CHTDepartment of Physical Therapy, Mercer University, Atlanta, GA, USACorrespondence[email protected]
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Lisa Fraher PT, DPTDepartment of Physical Therapy, Mercer University, Atlanta, GA, USAView further author information
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Hiral Patel PT, DPTDepartment of Physical Therapy, DeKalb Medical Center, Decatur, GA, USAView further author information
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Gina Munck MSStatistical Consultant, Atlanta, Georgia, USAView further author information
Pages 677-685 | Received 27 May 2016, Accepted 25 Oct 2017, Published online: 28 Mar 2018

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