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Biomechanical Factors in Osteoarthritis: The Effects of Joint Instability

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Wright, T. Biomechanical Factors in Osteoarthritis: The Effects of Joint Instability. HSS Jrnl 8, 15–17 (2012). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11420-011-9249-5

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