Journal of Hand Therapy
Volume 19, Issue 2 , Pages 114-136 , April 2006

Radial Head Fractures—Advanced Techniques in Surgical Management and Rehabilitation

  • Kraig Y. Bano, MPT, CHT

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    • Corresponding Author InformationCorrespondence and reprint requests to Kraig Y. Bano, MPT, CHT, Main Line Hand Center, 495 Thomas Jones Way, Suite 204, Exton, PA 19341

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doi: 10.1197/j.jht.2006.02.011

Journal of Hand Therapy
Volume 19, Issue 2 , Pages 114-136 , April 2006

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