How to prevent fractures due to accidental falls among elderly population
Kannus, P.
Duodecim; Laaketieteellinen Aikakauskirja 122(2): 135-137
2006
ISSN/ISBN: 0012-7183 PMID: 16509057 Document Number: 598622
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