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Research Articles

A technology-focused service within a rehabilitation setting: exploring the experiences and current technology demands of people with disabilities

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Pages 2000-2009 | Received 31 Oct 2022, Accepted 21 Jul 2023, Published online: 24 Aug 2023

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