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2/2025
vol. 29 Research paper
The impact of backpack load on foot arch development in school- aged children: a pilot study
Magdalena Nowak
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Aleksandra Nowakowska
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Daniel Gurin
2
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Karina Słonka
3
Research, Physiotherapy Review, 2025, 29(2), 24-34
Online publish date: 2025/06/26
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