Hippotherapy

No, this is not the use of hippo's in therapy. The name comes from the Greek word "hippos", which means horse. Therapeutic horseback riding (in general) and hippotherapy (in particular) have been shown to help those with movement dysfunction and to improve neurological function and sensory processing. For those recovering from a traumatic brain injury, it can also provide a newly regained sense of freedom and independence.

• American Hippotherapy Association
• North American Riding for the Handicapped Association
• Hippotherapy Explained
• Hippotherapy or Therapeutic Riding

 

Return to Alternatives page

---

 

 Email to a friend     Print this page