Journal of Hand Therapy
Volume 23, Issue 2 , Pages 199-211 , April 2010

Psychological Perspective on Hand Injury and Pain

  • Angela J. Koestler, PhD

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    • Corresponding Author InformationCorrespondence and reprint requests to Angela J. Koestler, PhD, The Nordal Clinic, 1121 Grove Street, Vicksburg, MS 39183

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doi: 10.1016/j.jht.2009.09.001

Journal of Hand Therapy
Volume 23, Issue 2 , Pages 199-211 , April 2010

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