Therapeutic riding helped lower stress levels of autistic youth – study
In comparing the two phases of the study, the therapeutic riding protocol showed greater changes in cortisol levels than did the stress management program.
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Equine therapy
Heartwarming story of a pony and his boy goes global
The life of eight-year-old Josh, who has Down Syndrome, has been changed, thanks to Berry, 28.
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Horse-riding simulator helped hospitalized older people – review
Researchers examined the results of 15 studies in their review.
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Veterans body earmarks $US1 million for horse-assisted therapy
A growing body of evidence showing how horse-related therapy helps troubled war veterans has seen substantial funding earmarked for programs.
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Partner involvement may aid success of horse therapy for veterans, study suggests
Benefits of horse therapy course remained three months later, but only among veterans whose partners had been involved.
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Equine therapy: “zen-like grounded quality” of donkeys helps mental health
“The donkeys are allowed the freedom to work with clients on the same level to develop an empathetic relationship, which is mutually beneficial for the client and donkey.”
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Equine therapy boosted by record-breaking musician
Since 2012, Scott Helmer’s concerts have raise more than $2 million for causes including equine and pet rescues and equine therapy programs.
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Horse riding had a profound effect on stroke survivors in study, say researchers
“The participants reported having learned new skills, increased self-efficacy and self-esteem, and improvements in balance and gait.”
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Equine therapy saddle wins national design award
New Zealand student Holly Wright’s Contak saddle brings the rider closer to the horse to optimise therapeutic benefits.
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Physical cues more important to therapy horses than emotion, study finds
“There is a critical need to understand the mechanisms behind horse-human interactions in order to understand the motivations of the horse.”
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Benefits of therapeutic riding among autistic youngsters remained six months later – study
Researchers followed up on youngsters who took part in a therapeutic riding initiative.
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Military veterans get $5m boost for equine assisted therapy
US government approves spend; Racing industry gets behind equine therapy group in Kentucky.
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Racehorse welfare: “Aftercare cannot be an afterthought”
“The horses we breed give us such pleasure, and they deserve a good life from cradle to grave. Aftercare is non-negotiable.”
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The power of the horse: We’re only just beginning to understand
Horses, especially wild horses, have many abilities that humans are just beginning to understand, document and most importantly, explain to others, writes Bill Simpson.
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“Unbridled” gives equine therapy the Hollywood treatment
Charity film screen over-subscribed as moviegoes flock to see “Unbridled”.
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A Purpose: Role of equine therapy in veteran PTSD explored
Three-part digital video docuseries exploring the quest for scientific proof supporting the critical and effective role that horses play in addressing the epidemic of US veterans returning from combat with post-traumatic stress disorder.
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Hippotherapy for the horseless: Meet Stewie the robotic horse
Robotic horse designed by university students in Texas could help patients recover movement, balance.
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Therapeutic horse riding improves coordination in Down syndrome children – study
“The individuals that practiced hippotherapy presented better results in the global motor coordination,” the researchers reported.
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$50,000 grant offered for equine therapy research
Horses and Humans Research Foundation (HHRF) announces an open call for proposals to investigate the therapeutic effects of horses on humans.
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The magic friendship: Emily’s special bond with a donkey named Juniper
Something special happens when Emily and her donkey friend, Juniper, spend time together.
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