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Research and information on rider safety including rotational falls, concussion, and general safety practices.

"This drug has the potential to be a first-in-class treatment against some of the key pathological drivers of spinal cord injury and could revolutionise the prospects for recovery," researchers say.
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Drug could “revolutionise” treatment of spinal cord injury

May 21, 2022May 21, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 2 Views 0 Comments Rider safety

“This drug has the potential to be a first-in-class treatment against some of the key pathological drivers of spinal cord injury and could revolutionise the prospects for recovery.”

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Researchers unlock potential pathways for treatment by focusing on the relationships between the symptoms of concussions and the nature of the injury.
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Concussion symptoms in children may have multiple underlying causes – study

May 20, 2022May 20, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 8 Views 0 Comments Rider safety

Researchers unlock potential pathways for treatment by focusing on the relationships between the symptoms of concussions and the nature of the injury.

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Six in 10 horse riders in Britain who took part in research reported signs of depression following a fall, it has been revealed.
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Signs of depression common in horse riders following a fall, findings suggest

May 18, 2022May 20, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 16 Views 0 Comments Rider safety

“Their willingness to share has enabled us to uncover a serious issue facing the equestrian industry today,” says researcher.

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Researchers found that those hospitalized for a major traumatic brain injury may have a higher risk of developing dementia when compared to people who did not have a brain injury.
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Minor traumatic brain injuries do not increase dementia risk, findings suggest

May 13, 2022May 15, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 39 Views 0 Comments Rider safety

However, those hospitalized for a major traumatic brain injury may have a higher risk of developing dementia when compared to people who did not have a brain injury.

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New study clarifies the role of specific immune cells in the brain that contribute to chronic inflammation.
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‘Resetting’ an injured brain offers clues to potential concussion treatments

May 5, 2022May 8, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 77 Views 0 Comments Rider safety

New study clarifies the role of specific immune cells in the brain that contribute to chronic inflammation.

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Study raises questions about a common concussion assessment tool.
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Diagnosing sports-related concussions may be harder than previously thought

April 20, 2022April 22, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 141 Views 0 Comments Rider safety

Study raises questions about a common concussion assessment tool.

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Researchers in Sweden have found a link between damage to the vestibular nerve and lingering concussion-like problems.
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Lingering concussion symptoms likely related to nerve damage, say researchers

April 19, 2022April 20, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 137 Views 0 Comments Rider safety

Researchers in Sweden find a link between damage to the vestibular nerve and lingering concussion-like problems.

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Persistent Post-concussion Syndrome (PPCS) is often misdiagnosed as attention deficit disorders, sleep disorders and depression.
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Chronic concussion-related issues can persist in children for many months – study

March 27, 2022April 1, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 210 Views 0 Comments Rider safety

Persistent Post-concussion Syndrome (PPCS) is often misdiagnosed as attention deficit disorders, sleep disorders and depression.

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Over a year, people who went through the specialist intervention were far less likely to be injured again.
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Neuromuscular training following concussion reduces further injury risk – study

March 22, 2022March 23, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 274 Views 0 Comments Rider safety

Over a year, people who went through the specialist intervention were far less likely to be injured again.

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Study results reveal a need to increase rider awareness of head injuries and more education on helmet use, care and replacement.
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Poor fit a major reason why some riders don’t wear a helmet – study

March 15, 2022March 17, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 231 Views 0 Comments Rider safety

Study results reveal a need to increase rider awareness of head injuries and more education on helmet use, care and replacement.

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Doctors should assess for pre-existing and new mental health symptoms throughout concussion recovery, the researchers say.
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Risk of mental health problems in children, teens following concussion

March 9, 2022March 13, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 247 Views 0 Comments Rider safety

Doctors should assess for pre-existing and new mental health symptoms throughout concussion recovery, the researchers say.

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Researchers found that those hospitalized for a major traumatic brain injury may have a higher risk of developing dementia when compared to people who did not have a brain injury.
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Cognitive problems can linger a year after concussion, study findings suggest

March 6, 2022March 9, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 1240 Views 0 Comments Rider safety

Study findings indicate that thinking and memory problems are common one year later.

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Proactive instead of reactive safety management should be promoted in Sweden's equine sector, researchers say.
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Favourable safety climate found at Sweden’s riding schools, trotting stables

February 17, 2022February 17, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 2135 Views 0 Comments Rider safety

Proactive instead of reactive safety management should be promoted in Sweden’s equine sector, the researchers say.

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Just 11.9% of horse-racing staff who responded to the online survey reported no injuries in the previous 12 months.
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High injury rate found among horse-racing staff, with evidence of a tough culture

February 15, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 2800 Views 0 Comments Rider safety

Just 11.9% of horse-racing staff who responded to the online survey reported no injuries in the previous 12 months.

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"The findings of this study should give every health-care professional who manages kids with concussions the confidence to prescribe early and controlled return to physical activity, even if they have symptoms."
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Starting modest physical activity three days after concussion is safe, with better outcomes – study

February 4, 2022February 15, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 2247 Views 0 Comments Rider safety

“The study confirms that early return to physical activity is safe, can reduce concussion symptoms and reduces the rate of delayed recovery.”

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Ghazala Saleem, left, director of the Brain Function and Recovery Lab at the University at Buffalo, examines how brain injuries can affect balance, posture control and more. Photo:Douglas Levere/ University at Buffalo
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Simple postural test found to be a key concussion assessment tool in children

February 4, 2022February 5, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 2056 Views 0 Comments Rider safety

Recent research suggests a 30-second single-leg stance is effective in detecting subtle deficiencies in a child’s postural control following concussion.

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Road users in England, Scotland and Wales may now cross a double-white line if necessary (provided the road is clear) to overtake someone cycling or riding a horse if they are travelling at 10mph or less.
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Vulnerability of British horse riders recognised in highway code changes

January 30, 2022February 5, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 2521 Views 0 Comments Rider safety

More than 20,000 responses from the public, businesses and other organisations were received during the consultation process.

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The triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs) on the saddle convert mechanical stimuli, such as pressure, touch or motion, into electrical signals.
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New “smart saddle” has tech to improve horse riding skills

January 28, 2022January 31, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 3427 Views 0 Comments Rider safety

The self-powered smart saddle can reveal changes in the position of the rider, such as leaning forward or leaning backward, and can alert others in the case of a fall.

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Two proteins in urine stand out as being the most predictive of concussion, the researchers report.
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Biomarkers in urine could be used to monitor concussion, say researchers

January 23, 2022January 27, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 3544 Views 0 Comments Rider safety

Two proteins in urine stand out as being the most predictive of concussion, the researchers report.

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The findings indicate the risk of sports-related injuries for the year after a concussion among the control group was 3.6 times higher than the risk of injury in the group of athletes who completed the training.
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Neuromuscular training after concussion clearance reduced further injury risk among athletes

January 23, 2022January 27, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 3419 Views 0 Comments Rider safety

“We want to understand the risks and potential ways to mitigate risks so kids can get back to safely doing the things they love.”

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