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

“A manageable and challenging fall prevention intervention with impact on society” - older women’s perspectives on participation in the stayBalanced training programme

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Pages 2806-2816 | Received 27 Nov 2019, Accepted 18 Jul 2021, Published online: 22 Sep 2021

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