Comparison of handheld dynamometry with strain gauge for measuring quadriceps strength in COPD patients

J. Kelly, G. Coissi, S. Kemp, M. Polkey, N. Hopkinson (London, United Kingdom)

Source: Annual Congress 2010 - Talent competition in rehabilitation and chronic care: best abstract grants 2010
Session: Talent competition in rehabilitation and chronic care: best abstract grants 2010
Session type: Oral Presentation
Number: 177
Disease area: Airway diseases

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