The impact of spinal cord injury on South African youth
Approximately 500 South Africans, mainly young people, sustain a spinal cord injury every year leading to severe lifetime physical disabilities. With advances in medicine and assistive technology, these young people are able to reach adulthood. The physical, social and emotional adjustments, which...
Main Authors: | E. Njoki, J. Frantz, R. Mpofu |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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AOSIS
2007-01-01
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Series: | South African Journal of Physiotherapy |
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Online Access: | https://sajp.co.za/index.php/sajp/article/view/133 |
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