Journal of Hand Therapy
Volume 22, Issue 3 , Pages 200-208 , July 2009

A Randomized Controlled Study of Contrast Baths on Patients with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

  • Deborah A. Schwartz, OTR/L, CHT

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    • Corresponding Author InformationCorrespondence and reprint requests to Deborah A Schwartz, OTR/L, CHT, Orfit Industries America, 1010 Rymill Place, Cherry Hill, NJ 08003

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PII: S0894-1130(09)00015-5

doi: 10.1016/j.jht.2009.02.001

Journal of Hand Therapy
Volume 22, Issue 3 , Pages 200-208 , July 2009

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