Tuesday, October 2, 2007

Nintendo Wii helps stroke victims recover


Nintendo Wii helps stroke victims recover

Looks like the Nintendo Wii has found yet another use other than keeping the masses entertained - a local rehab institution in Minneapolis is currently using the Wii to rehabilitate stroke victims with some degree of success. According to a 77-year old victim, he claims the Wii is extremely motivational and gives you the illusion that you're progressing even if you're not, putting you in a better frame of mind. He has used it to recover movement in his hand and feet, which goes to say a lot about the Wii's regenerative powers. In other news, we're still waiting for Folding@HOME on the PS3 to cure cancer. The next thing you know, the Nintendo Wii will be able to bring peace to the Middle East and turn North Korea into a democracy.

Publisher's note: the man in the photo might get a stroke if he continues for too long. He's probably not *recovering* from one.

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