Therapeutic Riding
Stable Movements, Inc. provides Therapeutic Riding in addition to Hippotherapy.
Hippotherapy sessions are always conducted with a state licensed therapist at Stable Movements
Therapeutic riding uses equine-oriented activities for the purpose of contributing positively to the cognitive, physical, emotional and social well being of special needs children and adults. Therapeutic riding provides benefits in the areas of therapy, education, sport, recreation and leisure.
Hippotherapy...Therapeutic Riding? Whats the Difference?
Patients receiving Hippotherapy
do not typically control the movement of the horse. As the American
Hippotherapy Association describes, Hippotherapy takes place in a
controlled environment where graded sensory input can elicit
appropriate responses from the rider. Specific riding skills are not
taught as in Therapeutic Riding, rather a foundation is established to
improve neurological function and sensory processing.
Hippotherapy sessions are always conducted with a licensed therapist at Stable Movements