Comment on: “Evaluating the effectiveness of aquatic therapy on mobility,balance,and level of functional independence in stroke rehabilitation: a systematic review and meta-analysis”
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Comment on: “Evaluating the effectiveness of aquatic therapy on mobility,balance,and level of functional independence in stroke rehabilitation: a systematic review and meta-analysis”
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