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Research Article

PedBotLab: A Novel Video Game–Based Robotic Ankle Platform Created for Therapeutic Exercise for Children With Neurological Impairments

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Received 24 Apr 2023, Accepted 05 Feb 2024, Published online: 28 Feb 2024

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