Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics
Volume 33, Issue 1 , Pages 62-69 , January 2010

Patients With Symptoms and Signs of Stroke Presenting to a Rural Chiropractic Practice

  • Robert A. Leach, DC, MS, CHES

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    • Corresponding Author InformationSubmit requests for reprints to: Robert A. Leach, DC, MS, CHES, 214 Russell St, Starkville, MS 39759

Received 18 January 2009 ,Revised 29 July 2009 ,Accepted 29 July 2009.

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doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2009.11.004

Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics
Volume 33, Issue 1 , Pages 62-69 , January 2010

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