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Physiotherapy Theory and Practice
An International Journal of Physical Therapy
Volume 28, 2012 - Issue 6
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Critical approaches in physical therapy research: Investigating the symbolic value of walking

, PhD, MSc, BMR(PT) & , PhD(c), MSc, BSc(OT)
Pages 474-484 | Accepted 24 Jan 2012, Published online: 16 Apr 2012

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