Horse-riding simulator helped hospitalized older people – review
Researchers examined the results of 15 studies in their review.
Read moreResearchers examined the results of 15 studies in their review.
Read moreA growing body of evidence showing how horse-related therapy helps troubled war veterans has seen substantial funding earmarked for programs.
Read moreBenefits of horse therapy course remained three months later, but only among veterans whose partners had been involved.
Read more“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.”
Read moreSince 2012, Scott Helmer’s concerts have raise more than $2 million for causes including equine and pet rescues and equine therapy programs.
Read more“The participants reported having learned new skills, increased self-efficacy and self-esteem, and improvements in balance and gait.”
Read moreNew Zealand student Holly Wright’s Contak saddle brings the rider closer to the horse to optimise therapeutic benefits.
Read more“There is a critical need to understand the mechanisms behind horse-human interactions in order to understand the motivations of the horse.”
Read moreResearchers followed up on youngsters who took part in a therapeutic riding initiative.
Read moreUS government approves spend; Racing industry gets behind equine therapy group in Kentucky.
Read more“The horses we breed give us such pleasure, and they deserve a good life from cradle to grave. Aftercare is non-negotiable.”
Read moreHorses, especially wild horses, have many abilities that humans are just beginning to understand, document and most importantly, explain to others, writes Bill Simpson.
Read moreCharity film screen over-subscribed as moviegoes flock to see “Unbridled”.
Read moreThree-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.
Read moreRobotic horse designed by university students in Texas could help patients recover movement, balance.
Read more“The individuals that practiced hippotherapy presented better results in the global motor coordination,” the researchers reported.
Read moreHorses and Humans Research Foundation (HHRF) announces an open call for proposals to investigate the therapeutic effects of horses on humans.
Read moreSomething special happens when Emily and her donkey friend, Juniper, spend time together.
Read moreIt may be important for health care systems to support therapeutic horse-riding as a viable complimentary therapy, the lead researcher says.
Read moreThrough extensive selective breeding, desired characteristics and traits were greatly amplified while other known and unknown characteristics and traits were diminished and in some cases are likely lost in the new breeds.
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