I couldn’t believe the news story the other day about how doctors have coined a new word to express the growing concern and supposed injuries and pain that SOME Wii users experience while gaming. It’s getting Wii-diculous! They’re calling it “Wii-itis” and it’s probably not hyphenated. So, here’s the deal. If you’re throwing out your elbow and shoulders or straining your back playing games on the Wii, do you think it could mean you might need some real exercise? Seriously, the Wii is used as a strengthening exercise by physical therapists across the country, but it really wasn’t meant to be your own form of exercise. If it is your only form of exercise, GET A LIFE!!

So instead of complaining to your doctor about your case of “Wii-itis”, it might be time to examine the time you spend in front of the computer, or the television set. The Wii isn’t a game where you can sit, like a couch potato. It does require some physical dexterity but use some common sense before you get into the next boxing match or tennis game on the Wii. S-T-R-E-T-C-H and warm up your muscles before you start punching, jabbing, whacking, and hitting virtual objects with your Wii. And, don’t forget to use the Wii strap, which really does work.

Wii are very happy with the Wii and the great assortment of games it offers players. Take 2 Tylenol and start your stretching program to warm up your muscles or walk around the block before you do your serious workout playing games video games on the Wii. But calling it “Wii-itis” is a low blow!! Get with the program and get in shape!!! It’s not the Wii, it’s you!