PSYCH 2830 Lecture Notes - Lecture 1: Prolactin, Postchristianity, Psych
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Hpot: utilizes the natural rhythm of the horse for healing purposes. Classical hpot: a treatment method that involves the horses multidimensional, natural, rhythmic, repetitive movement to provide change in humans: the horse provides a dynamic base of support that can increase. Modulate sensory input: the effects of equine movement. The outcomes of hpot can have a positive effect on daily living skills. Horse is the therapist , and has specialists that adjusts the horses movements based on the riders needs: needs include. Hpot is linked to sensory integration theory bc the movement of the horse provides a multisensory experience. History: 1960s: officially first used by physical therapists as an adjunctive treatment strategy in austria, switzerland and. Germany: 1990s: american hippotherapy association (aha) in usa" Has children on horses for 11 weeks for equine therapy: found that. Kids in the riding group has improved social confidence, irrespective of their age or activities.
