Stroke survivors are using the video game as part of their rehabilitation:
Pope said that at first he started with regular therapy but was annoyed by the repetitive exercises. That was when occupational therapist Mathew White told him about the Wii. He thought that by playing Wii Sports and simulating a tennis match, Pope would be entertained and the range of motion would help him with his rehabilitation.
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This is very cool! This story has been all over newspapers and even computer magazines. I just wanted to point out a simple but important detail; this is occupational therapy, not physical therapy
Occupational therapists are experts at using meaningful activities to reinforce independence in activities of daily living. The Wii is a perfect example of this.
Actually, It is physical therapy. I’ve got a clinic in Arkansas and we’re using Wii for shoulder rehab.
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