Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology
Volume 21, Issue 2 , Pages 291-297 , April 2011

Characterization of postural control deficit in whiplash patients by means of linear and nonlinear analyses – A pilot study

Received 12 February 2010 ,Revised 27 April 2010 ,Accepted 17 May 2010.

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Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology
Volume 21, Issue 2 , Pages 291-297 , April 2011

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