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Physiotherapy Theory and Practice
An International Journal of Physical Therapy
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Exploring gait-related dual task tests in community-dwelling fallers and non-faller: A pilot study

, PhD, MSc, BSc Physiotherapy,, , PhD, BSc, MSc, PGCAP, PG.Dip Physiotherapy,, , PhD, Dip.Clin.Psychol, BSc (Hons) Neuropsychology & , PhD, BSc (Hons) Exercise Physiology
Pages 351-370 | Accepted 15 Oct 2012, Published online: 04 Jan 2013

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