Physical Therapy Toolbox: Nintendo Wii for Rehab

Is it just a fad, or is it the next great thing? Ever since Nintendo released it's Wii gaming system, people have been talking about how it's something new. Now it seems that game lovers have figured out a way to bring it to work! I can already see lots of applications for the Wii Fit in my home health practice... what a fun (and measurable) way to help increase balance. My question, however, is can we bill for therex when we are using the Wii? I think we are going to need some research to back that up! Read on...

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