Horses are widely used for therapy. People of all ages and disabilities ride horses. People just love to hug a fuzzy creature and therapeutic horses are very docile which makes them perfect. Therapeutic riding is used to build muscles, create confidence, and increase coordination. Equestrian events have even been added to the Paralympic Games.
Hippotherapy is also used with horseback riding. In hippotherapy, a therapist uses the horse's movement to improve their patient's cognitive, coordination, balance, and fine motor skills, whereas therapeutic horseback riding uses specific riding skills.
Horses are also being used in psychotherapy. They are companion animals, and a patient does not even have to ride. It is beneficial to those who have anxiety disorders, major changes of life, mood disorders, or behavioral issues. Horses can help people of all ages and difficulties.
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