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Physiotherapy Theory and Practice
An International Journal of Physical Therapy
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Relative electromyographic activity in trunk, hip, and knee muscles during unilateral weight bearing exercises: Implications for rehabilitation

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Pages 130-138 | Received 18 Feb 2015, Accepted 03 May 2015, Published online: 13 Jan 2016

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