Articles related to "Therapeutic Riding"

Horse therapy can be extremely effective for individuals with physical, emotional, behavioral and learning disabilities.

Cerebral palsy can be mild or extremely severe resulting in wheelchair dependence. Therapeutic horseback riding can be very effective in preventing further disability.

From hippotherapy, to therapeutic riding, to recreational trail riding, the horse can work miracles for the physically, emotionally and neurologically impaired.

Each year, the North American Riding Association for the Handicapped provides therapeutic riding to more than 42,000 disabled persons in the United States and Canada.

Few forms of accessible recreational develop as many skills among the disabled as riding. A horse can be one's eyes or legs, and help one communicate and learn to trust.

New study shows that patients recovering from joint replacement surgery need 50% less pain medication when they engage in pet therapy.

There are several different therapeutic uses for horses, each of which is valuable. Chances are, just about everyone knows who can benefit from such a program.

Beginning horseback riders must juggle unfamiliar equipment, posture and commands. A successful first-time riding experience is possible with these safety tips.

Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports believes that recreation's physical and emotional impact can give the disabled immeasurable self-esteem, confidence, and independence.