Effectiveness of upper limb training on daily activities of COPD patients

K. Corsini, E. Crisafulli, C. Beneventi, F. Degli Antoni, O. Coletti, G. Cirelli, C. Cilione, B. Beghè, S. Costi, L. M. Fabbri, E. M. Clini (Pavullo (MO), Modena, Italy)

Source: Annual Congress 2008 - Effects of rehabilitation in very disabled COPD patients
Session: Effects of rehabilitation in very disabled COPD patients
Session type: Oral Presentation
Number: 1753
Disease area: Airway diseases

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