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Systematic Reviews

The links between Generalized Joint Laxity and the incidence, prevalence and severity of limb injuries related to physical exercise: a systematic literature review

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Pages 259-272 | Received 23 Jan 2018, Accepted 23 May 2018, Published online: 02 Jul 2018

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