Dynamic stability in sit-to-walk transition: A quantitative analysis based on age-related momentum distribution and lower extremity kinematics
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Language: English
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Submitted on: Jun 17, 2026
Accepted on: Aug 7, 2026
Published on: Oct 14, 2026
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