Validation of the self-paced step test for assessment of exercise tolerance in elderly people

M. Karsten, J. Schnaider, D. L. Matte, W. C. D. Lima (Sao Carlos, Florianopolis, Brazil)

Source: Annual Congress 2009 - Assessment of functional status
Session: Assessment of functional status
Session type: E-Communication Session
Number: 2880
Disease area: Airway diseases

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