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As of 2011, it has been reported that there are 650 million disabled people in the world (“Disabilities”). Though this number is high, it is greatly underestimated because disabled people are commonly isolated and stigmatized by their community (“Disabilities”). After hearing of this extremely high number of disabled people, I then ultimately decided I would write my research paper on ways to help the disabled. Therapeutic riding has been actively helping individuals with disabilities for decades, and can benefit these unfortunate people physically, mentally, and emotionally. “Therapeutic riding, which originated in Europe, has been actively helping individuals with disabilities since the 1950's” (Shepard). Through equine-orientated activities, therapeutic riding is used to contribute to the cognitive, physical, emotional, and social well being of people with emotional issues and disabilities (Shepard). I was astonished on how many ways therapeutic riding can benefit disabled people. I began to wonder where and how therapeutic riding originated. In my research I found that therapeutic riding was not taken seriously until Liz Hartel, a Danish rider who had paralysis from poliomyelitis, advanced to competitive riding. Despite the fact that Liz suffered from poliomyelitis, she “went on to win a silver medal in the Grand Prix Dressage competition at the 1952 Helsinki Olympic Games” (Young). After she won this great achievement, an interest around the world in the therapeutic effects of riding emerged; as a result, therapeutic riding programs were established and studies were initiated (Young). I think it is ironic how a person with a disability is so influential in helping other people with disabilities. One of the obviou... ... middle of paper ... ...k! | Ready to Act? Set to Learn More? The World Bank, 2011. Web. 22 Mar. 2011. . Favali, Vanessa, and Martin Milton. "Disabled Horse-Rider's Experience Of Horse-Riding." Existential Analysis: Journal of the Society for Existential Analysis 21.2 (2010): 251-262. 7 Mar. 2011. Rogan, Pamela. "Equine Assisted Therapy And Activities." Welcome to Harmony Farms -- Horses for the Handicapped. Web. 08 Mar. 2011. . Shepard, Libby. "The Benefits of Therapeutic Riding." Therapeion Therapeutic Riding Center. Web. 07 Mar. 2011. . Young, Rhoria Lee, and Maggie Bracher. "Horsemastership part 2: Physical, psychological, educational and social benefits." International Journal of Therapy & Rehabilitation 12.3 (2005): 120-125. Web. 8 Mar. 2011.
Although horse assisted therapy is growing in popularity and supporters, there are those that present valid surface-level arguments against it. The most obvious and basic drawback to an equine aid is the accessibility. Horses are large animals that cannot be easily brought to a patient, unlike other smaller and more popular therapy animals, like dogs (Fundukian). A patient in most situations must be brought to the horse in order to participate in the therapy, and for those with severe impairments this may be too great of a challenge. However, although it is true, the accessibility of horses is an issue, it could easily be solved if the therapy received more support. More centers, closer and with methods specifically designed to make the therapy
What comes into one’s mind when they are asked to consider physical disabilities? Pity and embarrassment, or hope and encouragement? Perhaps a mix between the two contrasting emotions? The average, able-bodied person must have a different perspective than a handicapped person, on the quality of life of a physically disabled person. Nancy Mairs, Andre Dubus, and Harriet McBryde Johnson are three authors who shared their experiences as physically handicapped adults. Although the three authors wrote different pieces, all three essays demonstrate the frustrations, struggles, contemplations, and triumphs from a disabled person’s point of view and are aimed at a reader with no physical disability.
Disability is a ‘complex issue’ (Alperstein, M., Atkins, S., Bately, K., Coetzee, D., Duncan, M., Ferguson, G., Geiger, M. Hewett, G., et al.., 2009: 239) which affects a large percentage of the world’s population. Due to it being complex, one can say that disability depends on one’s perspective (Alperstein et al., 2009: 239). In this essay, I will draw on Dylan Alcott’s disability and use his story to further explain the four models of disability being The Traditional Model, The Medical Model, The Social Model and The Integrated Model of Disability. Through this, I will reflect on my thoughts and feelings in response to Dylan’s story as well as to draw on this task and my new found knowledge of disability in aiding me to become
Throughout history, there have been many images of bravery and strength. However, there is none more admirable than the bravery and strength of people like Georgina Kleege. They continue to fight, even when their triumphs go unnoticed by most. As a result, their actions have had a larger impact on society than any famous hero. With their patience and perseverance, they have helped change and mold society's negative view of the disabled into a positive one. Without people with perseverance like Kleege, members of today's society would never try to open their eyes and learn to accept and respect those
There are a few different types of therapy that uses horses. Hippotherapy means- “treatment with the help of a horse” (Naomi Scott). The word hippo is used because this term is derived from the greek word hippo which means horse. “Hippotherapy is generally indicated for children and adults with mild to severe neuromusculoskeletal dysfunction.” (Naomi Scott). This type of therapy uses the horses motion to improve on the neuromusculoskeletal dysfunction of the patient. These dysfunctions can include “abnormal muscle tone., impaired balance responses, impaired coordination, impaired communication, impaired sensorimotor function, postural asymmetry, poor postural control, decreased mobility, and limbic system issues related to arousal, motivation, and attention. Funtional limitations relating to gross motor skills such as sitting, standing, walking; speech and language abilities; and behavioral and cognitive abilities, may be impoved with hippotherapy.” (Naomi Scott). Hippotherapy is not recommended for every rider with disabilities.
North Carolina is a booming equestrian state which has been made apparent by the number of facilities and educational institutions. The equine industry is a massive part of the North Carolina economy and the 4-H program is also one of the largest in the nation. Over the years there has been a massive influx of horsemen to the state from all over the country and the number of shows has been expanding. In addition, the North Carolina State Fair Horse Show is one of the largest all-breed shows ...
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Equine Therapy is a form of therapy that has interactions with horses for your patient. It's a great way to learn trust of the horse and make a new friend! I’ve heard of real life stories that are of someone doing different interactions with horses before there accident and are starting to do it again! It’s a great story to hear about. There is so much helpfulness in Equine Therapy.
I find it strange how equine therapy can help educational purposes, but a recent study shows equine therapy improves ones attention as well as their concentration, which is essential to anyone requiring those skills. Riding therapy promotes and develops: respect, responsibility, perseverance, and a feeling towards animals. Positive attitudes that patients may acquire help the family and the patient. This brings me to the psychological benefits patients’ gain, a general well-being when they enjoy this therapy. Riding therapy helps to reduce insecurities, and fears that help the patient feel more confident. Physically patients improve vertical and horizontal balance. Also, patients improve a muscular structure including tone, and the improvement of muscles that are rarely used by anyone including some
Today, more and more people with disabilities are being represented in cinema and are changing the way we think about disabilities. Now, people with disabilities are taking center stage and are redefining the stereotypes of the past. Although the film industry still has a long way to go, it is heading in the right direction and is continuously pushing the boundaries of what people with disabilities are capable of. In this essay, I will analyze Anthony Minghella’s The English Patient, a film about a severely burned and paralyzed man named Almásy, and write about how Almásy’s disabilities were accurately displayed in The English Patient.
I have enjoyed my time at Windridge Therapeutic Equestrian Center and I have learned many things while I have been there. I have always heard and known, that horses are a great form of therapy, but I really didn’t know just how much of an impact they can make on a person. A few of the benefits I have gotten to witness with our riders are in their gross motor, gait patterns, social interactions, processing skills, cognition, and self-confidence. Horses are therapeutic in many ways and I think that is due to two specific things, their movement and the way they interact with people. Their movement creates a stimulus for the riders that many times they cannot get anywhere else, it gives them the proprioception that their joints need, it creates
Horses are animals that have established a very special connection with man through riding. Therapeutic horses have been used to help children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Horseback riding therapy has a positive effect on their communication, motor skills, and social skills. Children with autism have trouble to handle their senses, horseback riding helps them to focus completely on one task. Alexandra Dingman states “ the patience, loyalty, and quiet responsiveness of a horse frequently engender positive feelings in a child, making a relationship with a horse especially helpful to a child who is having difficulties in life ( Harris,2010,pg.10)‴.
However, it was not until the twentieth century where techniques were develop to include those who have both mental and physical disabilities. Throughout the early twentieth century, these people were able to participate in outdoor activities, though, they were segregated completely from those with able-bodies. “The past five decades have seen an appreciable increase of interest in adapted sports for disabled people not only in people with disability but also in the medical profession, sporting organisations, and the government.” (Price, 2010) Today, we have many more techniques that can be used to not only allow the disabled from completing outdoor activities, but these strategies enable them to perform modified activities with the general population. People who are physically disabled will need the activity changed quite a bit before they are able to join. For example, if you planned on hiking along a trail, more time would have to be allotted, the route may need to be shortened or possibly re-routed in order for that person to participate. For most cases involving a physically disabled person, special equipment may need to be provided. Such as: an athletically designed wheel chair or leg braces with a wider range of motion. Students in outdoor education classes can be assigned theoretical scenarios, given specific participant descriptions, as well as a predetermined fake outdoor activity, and have to come up
That morning I was greeted by the trainer, Billy. At the time I was unaware of the amount of knowledge he would share with me. Billy has helped me expand my knowledge and abilities exponentially. He has taught me everything from holding my weight in my stirrups to the entire skeletal system of the horse. Billy dealt with my endless flow of questions and yearning for knowledge.
History has helped shape and develop various movements in the disability world. We can look back to the founding of our great nation. A man named Stephen Hopkins was diagnosed with cerebral palsy and was a signer of the Declaration of Independence. His famous quote states, “my hands may tremble, but my heart does not.” (NCLD/Y) We move on to the 1800’s where for the first time there is education on physical and mental disorders. The 1800’s brought about lots of change and development for the visual and hearing impaired. The Civil War left 30,000 soldiers as amputees on the Union side alone. This event helped bring awareness to the disability movement. The 1900’s brought about modern advancements and Civil Rights. In 1932, Franklin D. Roosevelt is elected President of the United States of America. In 1948, rehabilitation medicine is created. In 1964, a Civil Rights bill is passed for people with disabilities. In 1965, Medicaid is created for those who suffer from disabilities and to help those with lower incomes. In 1968, the first Special Olympics is held in Chicago and The Architectural Barriers Act of