Video Game Physical Therapy

A little girl is in her room playing a video game. The girl had broken her arm and had to go to physical therapy. The game she was playing was specifically designed for her to help get better. Doctors have been prescribing video games for physical therapy. I believe using video games as therapy is a very good decision because it can help people recover easily without as much pain as regular therapy.

First off, video games as therapy is safe and effective for patients. While playing the game, the patient focuses more on the game then the pain during physical therapy. Video games help patients have an effective workout. 65% of patients had longer strides and 55% of patients improved their balance. The majority of …show more content…
Such as cancer, or strokes. People recovering from strokes can regain their lost motor skills while using video games. Video games can even help people with depression and anxiety. You can’t go and buy these games for people in physical therapy. Most of the games are designed for just that person. They use a laser to turn traditional exercises into video games. The system follows the patient’s movements and converts them into the game. The system is less than $1000. Video games could be the future for physical therapy. In conclusion, video games as therapy can help people feel better and be comfortable. They don’t have to go through painful, boring therapy, while using video games. Using these special games are safe and effective for the patient. Most patients like using the video games, so why not use them for their aliments? Also, patients think the games are very fun to use for their exercises. I think using video games for physical therapy is a very good idea for patients. Who would want a patient that is in pain have to go through more pain with regular physical therapy?
I hope you stand with me on having video games for therapy. Do you think doctors should prescribe them for