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Original Research

A cross-sectional study examining multiple mobility device use and fall status among middle-aged and older adults with multiple sclerosis

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Pages 12-16 | Received 24 Dec 2012, Accepted 03 Mar 2013, Published online: 18 Apr 2013

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