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Risk Factors for Patellofemoral Pain: Prevention Programs

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Patellofemoral pain is a prevalent condition among physically active individuals.

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    Michelle C. Boling

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Boling, M.C., Glaviano, N.R. (2023). Risk Factors for Patellofemoral Pain: Prevention Programs. In: Sanchis-Alfonso, V. (eds) Anterior Knee Pain and Patellar Instability. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-09767-6_11

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