June 3, 2007

Assistive Technology Allows SMA Teen to Use “One Thumb to Rule Them All”

Assistive technology has advanced by leaps and bounds, allowing those with seriously debilitating illnesses to do more.  A company in the Netherlands called AssistiveWare recently released a video showing how Mchael Phillips, a teen with SMA, can play video games, instant message, and even write a book … all using only his thumb.  It’s amazing technology.

Learn more about Michael on the AssistiveWare website, and be sure to check out the video.

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(via Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Blog by Fight SMA)