To Cite:
Arabatzi
F, Tziagkalou
E, Kannas
T, Giagkazoglou
P, Kofotolis
N, et al. Effects of Two Plyometric Protocols at Different Surfaces on Mechanical Properties of Achilles Tendon in Children,
Asian J Sports Med.
2018
; 9(1):e60796.
doi: 10.5812/asjsm.60796.
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