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Wii Fit helps amputees adjust in the UK

by David Hinkle { Jan 6th 2009 at 8:20PM }


Despite some saying that Wii Fit is only gathering dust in the closet, UK amputees are using the software and bundled Balance Board to help them with their treatment. This isn't the first we've heard about a Nintendo product helping folks out with their physical therapy, but this is definitely one of the most interesting. Rather than just getting people to be more active by playing Wii Sports or something, the Balance Board and Wii Fit software are helping people adapt to their new prosthetic limbs. From walking to simply leaning, it's helping them adapt to their new, albeit very unfortunate, way of life.

Gallery: Unwrapping Wii Fit

  • The box arrives!
  • Batteries
  • Fit feet
  • Board
  • The board!
  • Turn it on

[Via Joystiq]

Tags: balance-board, therapy, uk, wii-fit

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