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Evidence Watch: Injury risk associated with the transition to minimalist footwear in runners: A systematic review and meta-analysis
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Title: Injury risk associated with the transition to minimalist footwear in runners: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Journal: Gait & posture
Publication date: 2027 Jan
Authors: Río ES, Galán-Arriero I, Palomo-Fernández I, Marcos-Tejedor F, Martín-Casado L
PMID: 42612386
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