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The Future Of Medical Technology Is Apps, Games, and Movies

An Oscar-winning producer talks about his interest in moviemaking, medicine, and scaleable (storytelling) design.

Including:

“Need to do some rehab after recovering from an injury? Hook up your Microsoft Kinect (with its ability to see every movement) and play an emerald mining game that makes the chore of rehab exercises a game. Not only is the patient experience improved, but there will be more physical therapists to go around, energy savings, and vast cost savings. Need to improve your lung function? I’ve seen an iPhone app that can hear how hard you blow a whistle and has the potential to be both musical and entertaining.”

Paul Higgins: I can see the gamification of medicine and rehab being big business and bringing huge benefits to lots of people

Full Story: Fast Company