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

Embodied identity—A deeper understanding of body awareness

, RPT, PhD, , RN, PhD, , RPT, PhD & , RPT, PhD
Pages 439-446 | Accepted 15 Oct 2009, Published online: 22 Jul 2010

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