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July 14, 2008

"Wii Hab"

The videogame Wii Fit is showing up in physical therapy clinics as a new way to get patients to do the same old exercises. Because of it's interactive design, patient actually get up and participate physically in the game.

Users must literally get into the game to participate in any of the Wii sports that include baseball, tennis, golf, bowling and even boxing. The Wii also boasts many other games users can enjoy with direct interaction through the wireless remote.

Therapists are using the interactive games to help patients improve balance. The Wii Fit is especially useful with children who are sometimes difficult to convince why they need to do their exercises. But don't be fooled, this is not just child's play, the elderly and athletes are benefiting from "Wii Hab."

One of the students in my class has seen the Wii Fit in action at her clinical internship. It's exciting to hear that the latest technology in use for the rehabilitation of patient function.

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Posted by linda at July 14, 2008 6:30 PM