Physiotherapy for the sequelae of physical torture: Uganda’s experience
The paper discusses the African Centre for treatment and rehabilitation of torture victims (ACTV) which was established in Uganda in 1993. The ACTV is a nongovernmental organisation offering treatment to the victims of torture. Professional staff at the centre include a physiotherapist, clinical psy...
Main Author: | Mayanja Fred |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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AOSIS
1999-11-01
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Series: | South African Journal of Physiotherapy |
Online Access: | https://sajp.co.za/index.php/sajp/article/view/579 |
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