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Physiotherapy Theory and Practice
An International Journal of Physical Therapy
Volume 13, 1997 - Issue 2
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Original Article

The role of thoracic expansion exercises during the active cycle of breathing techniques

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Pages 155-162 | Accepted 01 Dec 1996, Published online: 10 Jul 2009

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