Probably you have guessed I am going to write about Nintendo Wii. A team of British experts sustains that Nintendo Wii can be dangerous for its users. The Japanese game console uses a motion-sensitive wireless remote which allows movements of sports games like tennis, box, golf, baseball etc.

The problems regarding the injuries appeared to persons who didn’t warm up properly before starting the game. Tim Hutchful, from the British Chiropractic Association (BCA) told that “gamers should treat a ‘Wii session’ like any form of exercise and warm-up adequately beforehand to prevent stiffness and possible injuries”. Medical reports revealed that Wii players suffered injuries called “Wii elbow”. The injury is common for tennis players and represent the inflammation of the elbow joint.

The BCA advised the Wii users to make warming up exercises and to take breaks at 20-30 minutes. They developed a five-point “Wii warm-up” for the shoulders, wrists, arms, neck and back. Also the Nintendo’s website warns the players against the risks of excessive gaming.

The Wii console burns more calories than the classic ones. For an average weekly use of 13 hours, 1,840 calories would be burned. That means 40 percent higher than the classic consoles. In addition to the game playing, Wii adds the movements. - MIHNEA BOIANGIU

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