Disability and Health Journal
Volume 1, Issue 1 , Pages 42-50 , January 2008

Distribution of secondary medical problems, impairments, and participation limitations among adults with disabilities and their relationship to health and other outcomes

  • Susan Kinne, Ph.D.

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PII: S1936-6574(07)00008-8

doi: 10.1016/j.dhjo.2007.11.006

Disability and Health Journal
Volume 1, Issue 1 , Pages 42-50 , January 2008

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