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4/2025
vol. 39 Original paper
Postural balance and its relationship with physical activity and sleep quality during pregnancy: a multiple linear regression analysis
Sidra Qureshi
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Malik Muhammad Ali Awan
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Adv Rehab. 2025; 39(4): 40-53.
Online publish date: 2025/09/25
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