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1	Influence of Therapeutic Horseback Riding on Gross Motor Function in Children with Autism Lockhart, Jennifer Marie 14 August 2015 (has links) Autism is a disorder that has increased in numbers and prevalence within today’s society. Though no cure has been found, recent studies have focused on different therapeutic intervention techniques offered to autistic individuals, including the use of Therapeutic Horseback Riding. This study analyzes the relationship of therapeutic horseback riding on gross motor function in children with Autism. Four children participated in a ten week previously established therapeutic horseback riding program at French Camp, Mississippi. Gross motor function was assessed before and after five riding sessions by recording performances of eleven skills from Motor Skills Inventory (MSI). Only two participants completed all riding sessions and MSI assessments to be eligible for this study. Statistical analysis was conducted using Friedman’s Two Way Analysis of Variance by Ranks. There were no significant differences in the assessments before/after the riding sessions as well as the entire period of the ten week program. therapeutic horseback riding therapy horse
2	The Effects of Therapeutic Horseback Riding on Communication in Children and Adolescents with Developmental Disorders Holm, Shelby Anne 11 August 2017 (has links) This mixed-methods study examined the effects of participation in a 10-week therapeutic horseback riding program on communicative behaviors in participants diagnosed with Autism spectrum disorder or Down syndrome. Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructors utilized the Naples Equestrian Challenge Participant Initial Evaluation to complete a pre-evaluation prior to the first riding session and a post-evaluation during the last session. Following the post-evaluation, the researcher collected qualitative data through conducting parent interviews. The study included 16 participants (M = 12.62; age range 5-23 years old, 8 females and 8 males). Change scores for each participant were calculated and an aggregated mean for pre- and post-evaluations were determined and results indicated increases in all seven communication indicators. Analysis of parent interviews also revealed improvements in communicative skills and behaviors. Overall, results indicate improvements in communication for children and adolescents with developmental disability and the need to further investigate therapeutic horseback riding as an efficacious therapy. therapeutic horseback riding developmental disorders intervention communication
3	The Effect of Therapeutic Riding on Classroom Attention of Children with Developmental Disabilities Patterson, Morgan Jessica 14 August 2015 (has links) Research indicates children with disabilities benefit from therapeutic horseback riding (TR). This study examined the impact TR had on attention behaviors of five children with various developmental disabilities in a preschool classroom. Children were observed in the classroom setting twice weekly for 10 weeks on a day they participated in TR services and on a day they did not participate in TR. Single case experiments suggested there was not a significant difference in all but one child’s sustained attention in the classroom on days children received TR services. An independent samples t-test suggested there was no significant difference in scores between riding day (M<./I> = 1.78, SD =.247) and non-riding days (M = 1.76, SD = .262); t(87) = -.481, p = .632 for the group as a whole. Further research should be conducted to determine TR’s effect on behaviors in the classroom. therapeutic horseback riding sustained attention preschool classroom developmental disabilities equine-human interaction
4	Effects of an Equine Assisted Activities Program on Youth with Emotional Disturbance: A Pilot Study Stebbins, Tira J. 20 August 2012 (has links) No description available. Psychology equine assisted activities special education emotional disturbance therapeutic horseback riding
5	The Effects of Therapeutic Horseback Riding on Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder Prevost, Summer Gabrielle January 2018 (has links) No description available. Physical Therapy Public Health Psychology Occupational Therapy therapeutic horseback riding autism spectrum disorder therapy intervention hippotherapy autism spectrum disorder treatment
6	Vliv plemene koně a typu terénu na aktivaci břišních svalů v hipoterapii / Influence of horse breed and type of terrain on activation of the abdominal muscles in hippotherapy Fraňková, Věra January 2016 (has links) Title: Influence of horse breed and type of terrain on activation of the abdominal muscles in hippotherapy. Purposes: The aim of the study is to find out if horse breed and type of terrain approaches muscle activation in the position of unassisted sitting Methods: The study is of intraindividual character and incudes theoretical and practical part. The activation of abdominal muscles was measured by using surface electromyography and kinematic analysis. Results: There was differance between muscle activation with a different type of terrain. Horse breed does not influence a muscle activation but the individual biomechanic of each horse. Key words: hippotherapy, hipporehabilitation, horse breed, activation of abdominal muscles, unassisted seat, therapeutic horseback riding, electromyography
7	Vliv plemene koně a typu terénu na aktivaci břišních svalů v hipoterapii / Influence of horse breed and type of terrain on activation of the abdominal muscles in hippotherapy Fraňková, Věra January 2015 (has links) Title: Influence of horse breed and type of terrain on activation of the abdominal muscles in hippotherapy. Purposes: The aim of the study is to find out if horse breed and type of terrain approaches muscle activation in the position of unassisted sitting Methods: The study is of intraindividual character and incudes theoretical and practical part. The activation of abdominal muscles was measured by using surface electromyography and kinematic analysis. Results: There was differance between muscle activation with a different type of terrain. Horse breed does not influence a muscle activation but the individual biomechanic of each horse. Key words: hippotherapy, hipporehabilitation, horse breed, activation of abdominal muscles, unassisted seat, therapeutic horseback riding, electromyography
8	The use of horseriding in the lives of children with cerebral palsy : an ecosystemic exploration Tredoux, Yolanda 01 1900 (has links) In the realm of therapeutic horseback riding one becomes aware of the idiosyncratic way in which each unique individual depicts his or her experience of a therapeutic riding endeavor. This study focuses on the meanings attributed to therapeutic riding in the lives of children with cerebral palsy because the complementary use of horses in therapy with these children may be of great importance to the medical fraternity. This exploration investigated the influence of the children's relationship with a horse, and the parents' perception of horseriding as a complementary therapy to occupational- and physiotherapy. The theoretical background and a literature review on therapeutic horseback riding and cerebral palsy were presented in this study. This study followed a holistic, ecosystemic epistemology. Both a qualitative approach and a quantitative approach were adopted as two complementary sides of a more encompassing whole and provided rich descriptions of the context and research process. / Psychology / M.A. (Clinical Psychology) Therapeutic horseback riding Divisions of therapeutic riding Cerebral palsy Movement disorder Context Attribution of meaning Ecosystemic epistemology Social constructionism Constructivism Triangulation 616.891653 Horsemanship -- Therapeutic use Cerebral palsy -- Psychological aspects Constructivism (Psychology) Movement disorders in children Attribution (Social psychology)
9	The use of horseriding in the lives of children with cerebral palsy : an ecosystemic exploration Tredoux, Yolanda 01 1900 (has links) In the realm of therapeutic horseback riding one becomes aware of the idiosyncratic way in which each unique individual depicts his or her experience of a therapeutic riding endeavor. This study focuses on the meanings attributed to therapeutic riding in the lives of children with cerebral palsy because the complementary use of horses in therapy with these children may be of great importance to the medical fraternity. This exploration investigated the influence of the children's relationship with a horse, and the parents' perception of horseriding as a complementary therapy to occupational- and physiotherapy. The theoretical background and a literature review on therapeutic horseback riding and cerebral palsy were presented in this study. This study followed a holistic, ecosystemic epistemology. Both a qualitative approach and a quantitative approach were adopted as two complementary sides of a more encompassing whole and provided rich descriptions of the context and research process. / Psychology / M.A. (Clinical Psychology) Therapeutic horseback riding Divisions of therapeutic riding Cerebral palsy Movement disorder Context Attribution of meaning Ecosystemic epistemology Social constructionism Constructivism Triangulation 616.891653 Horsemanship -- Therapeutic use Cerebral palsy -- Psychological aspects Constructivism (Psychology) Movement disorders in children Attribution (Social psychology)
10	Therapeutic Horseback Riding With Military Veterans: Perspectives of Riders, Instructors, and Volunteers LaFleur, Leslie 23 October 2015 (has links) No description available. Alternative Medicine Animals Clinical Psychology Military Studies Psychology Psychotherapy Therapy Veterans therapeutic horse activities therapeutic horseback riding case study qualitative animal assisted therapy posttraumatic stress disorder PTSD traumatic brain injury TBI amputees, amputation

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