Six minute walk tests: Are practice tests necessary?

V. M. McDonald, I. Higgins, J. L Simpson, P. G. Gibson (Newcastle, Australia)

Source: Annual Congress 2010 - Outcomes in chronic lung disease: assessing the value of interventions – physical activity, strength and exercise
Disease area: Airway diseases

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