International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine
Volume 9, Issue 2 , Pages 47-48 , June 2006

Osteopathy and pain: Does psychology matter?

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PII: S1746-0689(06)00028-9

doi: 10.1016/j.ijosm.2006.02.002

International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine
Volume 9, Issue 2 , Pages 47-48 , June 2006

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