Physiotherapy Review

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3/2026 vol. 30
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A Review on the Role of AI as a Cognitive Lever in Modern Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Practices

Mandar Dharmadhikari 1

  1. Department of Physiotherapy, Quantesla AI Innovations, India

Physiotherapy Review, 2026, 30(3), 16-22

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5114/phr.2026.165060
Data publikacji online: 2026/09/28
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