Preparing for Function: When Weight Bearing is Painful
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Any time pain is involved, it is extremely important to determine the source and then modify the handling methods used. Observations of discomfort or restricted movement, made by the therapist during the treatment session, provide this information.
Any time pain is involved, it is extremely important to determine the source and then modify the handling methods used. Observations of discomfort or restricted movement, made by the therapist during the treatment session, provide this information.
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