Researchers add new twist to a riding simulator for children with cerebral palsy
Youngsters wore a virtual reality headset while using a horse-riding simulator.
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Research
The latest science-based equine research for horse owners.
Study reveals possible genetic links between horse whorls and temperament
Some genes that appear to influence whorls also have known neurological and behavioral functions.
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Aerobic exercise after a sports concussion hastens recovery in adolescent athletes – study
“The study clearly demonstrates that strict physical rest until symptoms spontaneously resolve is no longer an acceptable way to treat sport-related concussion in adolescents.”
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Environments in therapeutic horse programs characterized in study
Respondents consistently reported issues around temperature, moisture/humidity, dust, and airflow.
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Infected zebra likely cause of anthrax deaths in cheetahs
GPS data indicates that the three cheetahs died in the Namib Desert after feeding on a mountain zebra that tested positive for the disease.
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Normal concussion recovery could take up to a month, researchers find
“Our paper suggests that 28 days more fully encapsulates the recovery process.”
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Free-roaming horse herd takes advantage of wind to reduce fly problems – study
“They only visit a habitat when wind speed is high enough to keep fly harassment to a tolerable level.”
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Screen time in aftermath of concussion can prolong symptoms, research shows
“It’s not clear why screen time exacerbated concussion symptoms but there are a lot of reasons to suspect it’s not good.”
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Pioneering study explores transition of thoroughbreds into therapy horses
Study is the first of its kind to look at Equine Assisted Therapy practices in the UK, USA, France and Ireland, to understand the impact of the work on former racehorses.
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Interesting hoof dynamics seen in barefoot galloping Thoroughbreds
A barefoot hoof may be capable of storing more potential energy than its shod counterpart, as the heels are able to expand under load to a greater extent.
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Internet will be a boon for next major international study on horse anaesthesia
The high risk of mortality linked to general anaesthesia in horses remains one of the biggest concerns for equine practitioners.
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Therapeutic work affects the way horses view humans, research suggests
Animals working in riding school lessons performed more interactive behaviours than those working in equine-assisted interventions, researchers found.
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Neuroscientist seeks biomarkers to aid concussion diagnosis and help identify recovery
“It’s challenging for sporting bodies to make policies and guidelines around concussion when there’s such a huge gap in knowledge.”
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US researchers seek best way to tackle post-concussion headaches
“If the headache persists for longer than three months after the concussion, then you have persistent post-traumatic headache, a debilitating condition that could end up ruining your life.”
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Asian mosquito capable of spreading Japanese encephalitis virus detected in northern Australia
“The vector is likely to be already established in northern Australia,” according to researchers.
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Long-term failure to reduce the risk of brain injury in sport criticised in British report
“What is astounding is that when it comes to reducing the risks of brain injury, sport has been allowed to mark its own homework.”
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Horses appear able to assess the credibility of information from humans – study
“This study provides evidence that horses have high socio-cognitive abilities to understand not only the pointing gesture but also the attentional state of humans.”
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For brain health, don’t get straight back in the saddle after a horse fall
“Horse riding makes people extremely resilient, but it also puts them at risk when they experience a concussion and say, ‘I’m fine,'” says a neuropsychologist.
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Tests paint picture of exposure to common viruses in partially isolated horse herd
Study centred on 20 Hucul horses, a primitive breed from the Carpathian Mountains.
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New, tougher material could be the future of horse riding helmets
The new helmet prototype has higher energy absorption, reducing the amount of energy transferred to the head in the event of an accident and lowering the chances of serious injury.
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