Here is another story about the use of the Wii to help people with cerebral palsy.

The great thing about the Wii and the Wii Fit, is that is can make activities that should be chores enjoyable. I imagine that a lot of physiotherapy exercises are pretty boring and feel like drudge work. Being able to throw something a little more enjoyable into the mix must be a great help, especially for young people and kids.

A physiotherapy friend of mine reports that an increasing number of hospitals are buying Wiis to complement their other equipment. Compared to standard medical equipment, a Wii and Wii Fit kit costs very little, and has a disproportionally large benefit for its price tag.