Vol. 5 No. Supp 1 (2026): Malaysian Physiotherapy Journal

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Published: 2026-09-09

Plenaries

Optimising Physiological Adaptation While Minimising Physical Strain: Innovative Exercise Strategies for Clinical Populations

Ahmad Munir Che Muhamed (Author)

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Enhancing Clinical Capacity in Rehabilitation Services: From Symptom Management to Functional Recovery

Jolana Horejsi (Author)

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Revolutionizing Physiotherapy Practice Through AI-Based Postural Assessment and 3D Posture Analysis

Charlie (Changwan) Kang (Author)

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Transforming Palliative Care: Strategies for Compassionate and Effective Support

Zaidatul Akma Mat (Author)

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Scientific Writing in Physiotherapy: Turning Clinical Practice into Evidence

Prof Dr Mohd Haidzir Abd Manaf (Author)

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Rehabilitation Robotics and Assistive Technology: Shaping Tomorrow’s Care

Sharon Saw (Author)

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Clinical Application of Radiofrequency (TECAR Therapy) in Musculoskeletal, Sports and Women’s Health

Amodio Angela (Author)

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Function of Gait in Movement Disorders: From Pathophysiology to Real-World Function

Prof Dr Mohd Haidzir Abd Manaf (Author)

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Advanced Rehabilitation Wheelchair Skills Training for Physiotherapists to Train People With Neurological Disorders

Hafifi Hisham (Author)

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Sports Taping: Practical Applications in Sports

Faezah Md Jais (Author)

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Injury Risk Assessment in Sport: Practical Functional Screening for Lower-Limb Performance

Saiful Adli Bukry (Author)

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From Warm-Up to Injury Prevention: Rethinking Preparation for Badminton Players

Muhammad Noh Zulfikri (Author)

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Adjunctive Therapies in Modern Clinical Practice: When Are They Truly Beneficial?

Anmol Kaur A/P Manjit Singh (Author)

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Driving Precision Health: Choosing Wisely Between the 6MWT & the SWT

Fatim Tahirah Mirza (Author)

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Ergonomic Risk Assessment by Physiotherapists in the Workplace: A Preventive Approach

Mohd Naqiuddin Johar (Author)

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Oral Presentations

Non-Paretic Scapular Kinematics During Scaption to 90° in Subacute Stroke Patients: A Case-Control Study

Tan Ee Khai, Deepak Thazhakkattu Vasu, Imtiyaz Ali Mir (Author)

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Functional Outcome Measures In Stroke Rehabilitation Among Physiotherapists In Klang Valley, Malaysia: a cross-sectional study

R.Rubini, Mohd Izham Mohd Zain, Siti Nur Baait Mohd Sokran, Annamma K (Author)

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Effects of Dual-Task Aquatic Treadmill Training in Subacute Stroke: A Pilot Single-Arm Study

Aina Sahira Ahmad Akhir, Haidzir Manaf (Author)

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Comparison of Hamstring and Quadriceps Muscle Activity During Jump Landing Among University Netball Players

Munayati Munajat, Alia Aqilah Isnin (Author)

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Lower Limb Kinematics and Non-Dimensional Spatiotemporal Parameters During Walking Between Individuals with Chronic Low Back Pain and Healthy Populations

Nazrin Mazeh, Saiful Adli Bukry, Haidzir Manaf, Hazreen Haizi Harith, Hafifi Hisham, Ainon Ayub (Author)

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Effectiveness of Maitland Mobilisation Grade II Versus Neuromuscular Re- Education Exercise in Managing Chronic Low Back Pain Secondary to Postural Syndrome

Khomala Radakisnin, Esha Arora, Kshtrashal Singh, Yu Chye Wah (Author)

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Association between Calf Circumference and Frailty among Older People Attending Geriatric Clinic at Hospital Kuala Lumpur

Julaida Embong, Khirudin Amir, Rizah Mazzuin Razali, Maria Justine (Author)

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Effects of Complete Decongestive Therapy and Structured Exercise on Limb Circumference, Muscle Strength and Quality of Life in Individuals with Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Zaidatul Akma Mat, Suhaila Sohaimi, Asfarina Zainudin (Author)

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Effects of Three Different Type of Exercise Training on Cardiorespiratory Fitness in Type 2 Diabetes Population: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Muhamad Faiz Alias, Sazzli Shahlan Kasim, Mazlifah Omar, Hashbullah Ismail (Author)

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Development of the Resilience Capacity Framework (RCF) for Return-to-Work in Individuals with Chronic Illness

Amirul Ashraf Khairizal, Siti Salwana Kamsan, Muhammad Kamil Che Hasan, Nik Nur Fatnoon Nik Ahmad, Munayati Munajat, Tan Maw Pin (Author)

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Home-based Exercise Programmes and Self-Management Education in Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo and Vestibular Hypofunction: A Bibliometric and Narrative Review

Hizami Mustafa, Mei Fang, Sonia Sharma, Haidzir Manaf (Author)

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Effectiveness of Lower Limb Balance Training Compared with Lower Limb Strength Training on Postural Control Among Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus.

Tracy Monica George, Syamimi Izati Sharidan, Nor Zihan Saad, Asmawati Ahmad, Nur’aina Akmal Azhar (Author)

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Quality of Life and Associated Clinical Factors Among Breast Cancer Patients in Malaysia Public Hospitals: A Cross-Sectional Study

Abdul Fatah Bin Mohd Daud, Aiman Nadia Akmar Rahman (Author)

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Association Between Disease Severity, Joint Health and Functional Restriction in People With Haemophilia A Attending Outpatient Haemophilia Clinics in Selangor

Nur Afiqah Ramlan, Fatim Tahirah Mirza, Mohd Helmi Hashim (Author)

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Physical Activity Behaviour Among Pre-Frail Older Adults: Sociodemographic Associations and Activity Domains

Mahirah Kamaron , Azliyana Azizan, Rosilawati Abdul Rani (Author)

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Exploring Physiotherapists’ Perceptions of Virtual Reality in Rehabilitation: A Qualitative Case Study in Malaysia

Grace Wong Hui En, Ameera Fatihah Mohd Faisal (Author)

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Relearning to Rise: Part-Practice Versus Whole-Practice Sit-To-Stand Training in Post-Stroke Individuals: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Nancy Anne Josop, Norhayati Hussein, Mohd Azzuan Ahmad, Nor Azlin Mohd Nordin (Author)

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Feasibility of the i-StrokeFit+ Program: A Home-Based Physical Fitness and Self-Care Education Intervention for Community-Dwelling Stroke Survivors

Muhammad Arif Razak, Nor Azlin Mohd Nordin, Nor Faridah Ahmad Roslan, Alia A. Alghwiri, Haidzir Manaf (Author)

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Evaluating High-Intensity Laser Therapy for Simultaneous Wound Healing and Neurological Deficits For Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy : A Preliminary Case Series

Zubaidah Ahmad, Nurul Asyikin, Azman Othman (Author)

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Effectiveness of Lower Back Stretching in Reducing Lower Back Pain Among 3rd Trimester Pregnant Women.

Zanariah Mohd Yusof, Nur Ameza Abdul Rahman, Aina Mardziah Harun, Muhammad Nur Aiman Nor Azman, Maimunah Badura Sakek, Basrul Baseri (Author)

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Musculoskeletal and Respiratory Health Burden Among Malaysian Hajj Pilgrims: Prevalence and Clinical Profiles of Conditions Managed by Physiotherapists During the 2026 (1447H) Pilgrimage

Muhammad Faizal Abd Rahim, Mohd Naqiuddin Johar, Nur Ainna Adanan, Azlinda Abdul Hamid (Author)

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Effect of Group-Based versus Individual-Based Exercise on Pain and Psychosocial Outcomes in Knee Osteoarthritis Following Previous Sports-Related Knee Injury: A Randomised Controlled Trial

Santhya Panneerchelvam, Mohansundar Sankarave, Gunathevan Elumalai (Author)

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Eccentric Cycling Versus Concentric Cycling Exercise in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes: A Feasibility Study

Rabiatul Adawiah Abdul Rahman, Hazwani Ahmad Yusof, Ahmad Munir Che Muhamed, Mastura Mohd Sopian, Syamimi Shamsuddin (Author)

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Predicting Factors and Formula for Peak Flow Performance in Healthy Malaysian Adults

Mohamad Hafiz Abu Seman, Nur Ainah Mohd Shipah, Nazar Mohd Zabadi Mohd Azahar (Author)

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A Comparative Study on the Effectiveness of Otago Exercises and Perturbation Training for Improving Balance and Mobility in Older Adults with Bilateral Knee Osteoarthritis

Rahila Najihah Binti Ali (Author)

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Anthropometric, Body Composition and Functional Status among Older Women with different Types of Urinary Incontinence

Norazlina Binti Ya’acob, Maria Justine (Author)

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Effects of Robotic-Assisted Walk-Stairs Interval Training on Strength and Balance in A Patient with Subacute Stroke: A Case Study

Wan Nurul Islamiah Wan Ahmad, Zetty Noreeta Mohd Razali, Muhammad Akasyah Baharum, Nurdiana Zainol Abidin, Syamimi Shamsuddin (Author)

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Poster Presentations

The Screening of Idiopathic Scoliosis and Associated Factors Among Primary School Children in Cheras, Kuala Lumpur, Using i-HANDY Level Application: A Retrospective Screening Study

Shazmin Azuan Shafarob, Ida Hasni Shaari (Author)

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Functional Mobility and Cognitive-Motor Demands Interaction in Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy with Severe Intellectual Disability: A Case Study.

Iffah Amirah Mohd Nasir, Nur Nadia Syuhada Ruslani (Author)

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Physiotherapy-Based Rehabilitation for Gross Motor and Functional Delay in a Child with Joubert Syndrome: A Case Report

Bawani Ramakrishnan (Author)

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Vestibular Rehabilitation for Older Adults: Where Are We Now and Where Next?

Hanan Ahmad, Azliyana Azizan (Author)

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Home-Based Exercise Program Integrated with Self-Managed Education Program in People with Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo With and without Vestibular Hypofunction: A Study Protocol

Hizami Mustafa, Noorasfalina Abdullah, Alia Al-Ghwiri, Haidzir Manaf (Author)

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Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders and Levels of Ergonomic Awareness Among Healthcare Professionals: A Scoping Review

Lugashni Mani, Vinothini Padmanathan, Adinegara Lutfi Abas (Author)

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Bridging Preventive Care and Active Ageing: Effects of Home-Based Open and Closed Kinetic Chain Exercise on Functional Performance, Trunk Biomechanics and Quality of Life in Women with Mild Knee Osteoarthritis

Ng Wei Hui, Nazatul Izzati Jamaludin, Farhah Nadhirah Aiman, Shaifuzain Ab Rahman, Amran Ahmed Shokri, Amelia Zafira Jamaal Shaaban, Shazlin Shaharudin (Author)

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Predisposition Level of a Newly Developed Portable and Foldable Wheelchair Treadmill (PARAFiTGo) among Individuals with Spinal Cord Injury

Angel Thang Xue Ee, Winslet Ong, Nor Arfa Omar, Lim Hui Wen, Nor Azlin Mohd Nordin, Haidzir Manaf, Sumaiyah Mat, Hafifi Hisham (Author)

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Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Tuberculosis Disease Among Healthcare Workers in Hospital Sultanah Bahiyah

Muhammad Hatimi Bin Habib Abdullah, Mohd Helmi Bin Hashim (Author)

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Correlation between Balance, Gait Speed, Endurance, Functional Mobility and Functional Ambulation in AIS D Spinal Cord Injury at The Pre-Discharge Stage

Izzat Zahari, Adam Ramlee, Afeeqah Azmi, Iffa Fatini, Syaidatul Rosli, Nazrin Mazehi (Author)

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Effects of Bobath-Integrated Motor Relearning Program on Functional Mobility Among Stroke Patients

Mithrra Rathanasamy, Balaji Sivapiragasam, Pradeep Balakrishnan (Author)

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Upper-Limb Robotic Rehabilitation in Subacute Stroke Survivors: A Scoping Review of Intervention Protocols

Khaleed Nazri, Haidzir Manaf, Ahmad Zamir Che Daud, Natiara Mohamad Hashim (Author)

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Effects of Dual-Task Training on Gait Speed in Stroke Patients: Insights from a Historical Systematic Review

Dhibigasvary a/p Mathiyalagan (Author)

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A Quality Audit Project on Compliance with Thermal Safety Documentation in Physiotherapy

Kamaruddin Bin Wasli, Sylvia Lee, Kong Chai Lee (Author)

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Association of Body Mass Index (BMI) and Maximum Hand Grip Strength with Upper Extremity Functional Disability Among Healthy Adults

Nur Ainah Mohd Shipah, Mohamad Hafiz Abu Seman (Author)

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Mental Health Status and Acceptability of Age-Friendly Interventions Among Older Adults Attending a Primary Care Clinic

Guganesan Krishnanmoorthy, Muhammad Asyraf Bin Hasnan, Norazah Binti Hamsan, Asmah Binti Johari, Noor Khalili Bin Mohd Ali, Suriyati Bt Abdul Aziz, Zuraidah Binti Mohamed (Author)

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Writer’s Cramp Beyond Writing: Task-Specific Focal Dystonia in a Physiotherapist Affecting Work and Recreation

Stewart Chan Yu Chieh (Author)

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Development of CC7-Specific Telerehabilitation Video Materials for Upper Limb Rehabilitation After Contralateral C7 Nerve Transfer in Chronic Stroke

Shi Haoting, Siti Ruzita Mahmod, Nor Azlin Mohd Nordin, Ma Li (Author)

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Integration of Multimodal Therapies within a Transdisciplinary Framework for Neurological Rehabilitation

Casandra Beh Huan Gaik, Thashendran Navindran (Author)

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Attitudes Towards Musculoskeletal Pain Neuroscience Education of Undergraduate Physiotherapy Students in Malaysia

Nur ‘Arfah Binti Muhammad, Norshahieyda Che Jaafar, Saiful Adli Bukry (Author)

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Functional Exercise Capacity Among Patients with Prolapse Intervertebral Disc at Hospital Sultanah Bahiyah

Nurul Afidah Kamaludin, Mohd Helmi Hashim, Maria Justine Abdullah (Author)

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Lower Back Pain and Associated Factors among Nurses in Hospital Kuala Kangsar

Vuganesan Balasubramaniam, Azlin Shamsiah Mohd Ridzuan, Kogilavani S.Krishnan, Santhya Pannerchelvam (Author)

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Prevalence of Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders (WMSDS) and Associated Risk Factors Among Healthcare Workers Providing Direct Patient Care at Hospital Sultanah Aminah

Mohamad Rizal Bin Ramli, Nur Hidayah Ong Binti Abdullah, Aiman Nadia Akmar Binti Rahman (Author)

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Understanding Pain Pathways and Evidence on Effectiveness of Pain Management with Newer Technologies Focus Shockwave, High Intensity Laser, SIS and Radio-Frequency Therapy

Sandeep Sailli (Author)

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Impostor Phenomenon among Physiotherapists: A Scoping Review

Candace Goh Xiao Huey, Vidya Acharya, Kim Jackson, Fatimah Ahmedy (Author)

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Prevalence of Musculoskeletal Disorders and Associated Ergonomic Risk Factors Among Healthcare Workers in Hospital Saratok

Kamaruddin Bin Wasli (Author)

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Game-Based vs. Traditional Therapy: Enhancing Coordination and Activity in ASD Children with Obesity: A comparative case study

Khairina binti Johari, Muhammad Taufiq bin Junady, Nor Azizah binti Mohamad (Author)

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Self-Care Following Transient Ischemic Attack: Module Development and Validation

Nor Azlin Mohd Nordin, Aznida Firzah Abdul Aziz, Nor Haty Hassan, Ho Wei Sheng (Author)

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Innovation Competitions

Laman Data: A One-Stop Digital Data Centre for the Physiotherapy Department

Mohd Adha Nawawi, Saravanan Rajadurai, Norashikin Mohd Noor, Syarifah Nora Syed Husli (Author)

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Mobile Application (SCOSCREEN) for Early Screening of Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis

Rachel Priyasheny Thomas, Asfarina Zainudin, NorShita Mat Nayan, Nor Azura Azmi (Author)

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Development of a Centralised Digital Information Hub for Jabatan Kesihatan Negeri Sarawak (JKNS) Physiotherapy Services in Sarawak: Enhancing Accessibility, Standardisation, and Communication

Kamaruddin Bin Wasli, Tsai Hui Hui, Tan Chong Thea, Dr Janet Bong May Ing, Dr Nancy George (Author)

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PhysioMeasure: A Digital Clinical Outcome Measurement and Reporting Platform for Physiotherapy Practice

Kamaruddin Bin Wasli (Author)

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Supervisory Reporting Process in Physiotherapy Department, HKL

Mohd Adha N, Saravanan R, Norashikin MN, Syarifah Nora SH (Author)

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Development of A Comic Book to Improve Primary School Students’ Knowledge on Low Back Pain Prevention

Vinothini Padmanathan, Faustina Su Kwong Ai (Author)

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Trace My Exercise (TME): A Structured Home Exercise Monitoring Framework to Enhance Continuity of Physiotherapy Care

Ihsan Bin Awang, Mohd Khairizan Bin Hariri, Vigneswary A/P Subramanian, Nik Nuriffah Syahirah Bt Nik Mohd Sartar, Dinie Arina Bt Elias, Nik Siti Alis Qirtina Bt Nik Suhaimi (Author)

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QUICK SCREEN

Nazirawati Binti Othman, Mohd Faiz Rahimi Bin Rosli, Rohana Binti Che Hat, Abdul Aziz Bin Ibrahim, Nur Majidah Binti Mukti (Author)

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