Journal of Biomechanics
Volume 43, Issue 5 , Pages 843-848 , 22 March 2010

Optimal handgrip height of four-wheeled walker on various road conditions to reduce muscular load for elderly users with steady walking

,Accepted 19 November 2009.

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doi: 10.1016/j.jbiomech.2009.11.020

Journal of Biomechanics
Volume 43, Issue 5 , Pages 843-848 , 22 March 2010

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