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Physiotherapy Theory and Practice
An International Journal of Physical Therapy
Volume 28, 2012 - Issue 3
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CASE REPORT

A computerized dynamic posturography (CDP) program to reduce fall risk in a community dwelling older adult with chronic stroke: A case report

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Pages 169-177 | Accepted 30 Mar 2011, Published online: 31 Jul 2011

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