Thursday, January 13, 2011

Everyone's talking about the Nitendo Wii...have you heard???

Everyone's talking about it....have you heard? The Nitendo wii has been used as a therapeutic tool to help treat Parkinson's patients improve their balance, mobility, and rigidity. Many studies and clinical trials are currently being conducted throughout the United States and around the world to develop games specifically geared towards helping maintain Parkinson's disease and managing the debilitating symptoms of the disease through the use of a Nintendo Wii. We use the system as a form of therapy and encourage our patients to try the wii to help increase movements and fluidity. It's a fun activity that can be done alone or in a group, standing or seated. Grants are currently being written for research and as games and more information is released regarding the wii, the foundation will definitely pass this along to our supporters. As always, please consult with your physician before beginning a new exercise plan or health regime. For more information, please visit us on the web at http://www.parkinsonresearchfoundation.org/ Thank you for your continued support!

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