Explore: The Journal of Science and Healing
Volume 1, Issue 5 , Pages 377-379 , September 2005

Cough-Variant Asthma: Responsive to Integrative Management and Postural Restoration

  • Kevin J. Coughlin, MD

      Affiliations

    • Heart & Health Solutions, Lincoln, NE
    • Corresponding Author InformationCorresponding author. Address: 2120 South 56th St. No. 102, Lincoln, NE 68506.
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  • Ron Hruska, MPA, PT

      Affiliations

    • Hruska Clinic, Restorative Physical Therapy Services, Lincoln, NE
    • Postural Restoration Institute, Lincoln, NE
    • ,
  • Jason Masek, MSPT, ATC, CSCS, PRC

      Affiliations

    • Hruska Clinic, Restorative Physical Therapy Services, Lincoln, NE

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doi: 10.1016/j.explore.2005.06.008

Explore: The Journal of Science and Healing
Volume 1, Issue 5 , Pages 377-379 , September 2005

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