Adaptive (Therapeutic) Riding
Commonly Asked questions about
WHAT IS ADAPTIVE (THERAPEUTIC) RIDING?
Adaptive (Therapeutic) Riding offers a variety of activities with the equine partner, like handeling and taking care of the horse and of course horseback riding. Tailored to the individual needs of each participant and keeping their medical status in mind, Adaptive (Therapeutic) Riding provides the opportunity to participate in the equestrian sport. Adapting the horses tack to the riders needs enables people with various challenges to enjoy horseback riding. Some take pleasure in this as a recreational activity while others train to compete in equine sports.
We have seen lots of clients getting involved in Adaptive (Therapeutic) Riding after reaching their goals in the hippotherapy treatment. It´s a great way to stay in touch with the equine friend and contribute to a healthy active lifestyle.
WHO WOULD BENEFIT FROM IT?
Anyone with minor to medium neurological, sensory, communicative and/or motor skill impairments can benefit from Adaptive (Therapeutic) Riding. Regardless of participants age, Adaptive (Therapeutic) Riding offers a tailored recreational activity to individuals interested in riding for pleasure or sport. People with different medical diagnoses can experience great benefits through Adaptive (Therapeutic) Riding.
Examples of conditions include but are not limited to:
- Apoplex (stroke)
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Cerebral Palsy (CP)
- Developmental Delay of motor and cognitive skills
- Down Syndrome
- Dysplasia of the hip
- Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Syndrome Disorder (FASD)
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
- Post amputation
- Post chemotherapy treatment
- Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD)
- Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
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HOW CAN I GET STARTED?
The first step is to contact us so we can answer any of your questions specific to your personal situation and help you to determine if Adaptive (Therapeutic) Riding would be an appropriate activity for you. The second step would be to arrange a home visit. The purpose of a home visit is to get to know you and your personal goals in your every day life setting. During this time we also assess any adaptive equipment that would be required to support the development of your full potential.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us!