The Wii is gaining popularity in North America as a tool for rehabilitation methods. The first hospital to indulge in Wii therapy is the Glenrose Hospital in Alberta Canada, with therapists claiming the Wii has a further strength as therapy can be done at home with friends and family via the Wii.

" Go ahead, raise your arms,” Stephanie Mzcynski yells at the TV.

"Who haw, down and out,” she continues, getting more and more animated. “Eight, nine, ten, yea!”

Another challenger knocked out on the Nintendo Wii Sports boxing game.

These days, Mzcynski beats all challengers. She’s also beating multiple sclerosis, and she credits the game system. She could barely move one month ago.

"The Wii has helped me with balance, coordination, and also helps with endurance,” Mzcynski said, “it’s also good for self esteem because you can take this out on somebody else.”