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Hippotherapy Services Distinctive Speech now offers Hippotherapy services by appointment! Hippotherapy uses the multi-dimensional movement of the horse in conjunction with therapeutic activities and practices to achieve outcomes that may not be achieved in a typical therapeutic environment. Is Hippotherapy a separate form of therapy? No, Hippotherapy is a treatment strategy utilized by therapists and can be combined with other exercises or activities as it is used in specific therapeutic settings. What makes Hippotherapy effective? The three-dimensional movement of the horse is similar to that of the human walk, and this has been shown to stimulate the Central Nervous System, which then stimulates the Motor Pathways and Vestibular System of the brain. Is Hippotherapy safe? Yes, specially trained therapists work with specially trained horses and staff, including side-walkers, to ensure the safety of each therapy session.
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