If you are looking for information on how to use console gaming as part of your rehabilitation, then you have come to the right place.  Use the links below to find the information that best suits your query.  If you want more bespoke information or what physiotherapy support to use gaming in technology please contact me or visit www.interactivephysio.com where I can offer specialist physiotherapy support alongside offering interactive therapeutic gaming to motivate you to move and enjoy your rehab.

Thank you for visiting this page,

Rebecca

The Nintendo Wii and Kinect are being used commonly throughout therapy and rehabilitation across many countries. The principles and reasons behind its use are universal and this website aims to promote its use to those unfamiliar with the console in rehab and to be a point of reference for those already using it.

 

 

The options in the therapy menu will take you to information pages regarding how the console can be used for different elements of rehabilitation. Links to others points of interest offer information that may complement the therapy specific advice.

Using the Wii within rehab

To get started and use either the Nintendo Wii or Kinect within rehab and therapy you need to have the right hardware and equipment.  You will find a shopping list of recommended items here for the Nintendo Wii and for the Kinect via a PC.

Wii – Getting Started


Using the Kinect within rehab

To get started and use either the Nintendo Wii or Kinect within rehab and therapy you need to have the right hardware and equipment.  You will find a shopping list of recommended items here for the Nintendo Wii and for the Kinect via a PC.

Kinect – getting started


Required Kit and Shopping Lists

To get started and use either the Nintendo Wii or Kinect within rehab and therapy you need to have the right hardware and equipment.  You will find a shopping list of recommended items here for the Nintendo Wii and for the Kinect via a PC.



KINECT equipment list

Wii equipment List


Adaptations to Wii Remotes

Adaptations are available for the Wii controllers.  They enable the user to access the buttons via external switches.  Controllers are made to request.  Click button for more details.

Shop for adaptations

wiiadaptsm



BLOG

The health media continues to be interested in the developments involving technology within rehabilitation.  Current news pieces, videos and other information can be found on the WiiHabilitation Blog.

WiiHabilitation Blog

INFORMATION

Using technology as part of rehabilitation can be a successful tool.  Information on this website offers ideas and suggestions on how best to apply the beneficial features that technology offers.  Information is organised as per the activity you intend to work on or the condition that you are working with.

Therapy Activity

Conditions

SOCIAL MEDIA