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Hippotherapy: occupational therapy, physical therapy and speech-language pathology with the help of a horse Why the Horse?

The horse’s walk provides sensory input through movement, which is variable, rhythmic, and repetitive. The resultant movement responses in the patient are similar to human movement patterns of the pelvis while walking. The variability of the horse’s gait enables the therapist to grade the degree of sensory input to the patient, and then utilize this movement in combination with other treatment strategies to achieve desired results. Patients respond enthusiastically to this enjoyable experience in a natural setting.

10/22/2026

👎 The bad news- our 2026 course offerings are winding down! We have a few more openings in our Hippotherapy Treatment Principles- Part I A & B webinars along with a research focused Lunch & Learn in November before we break for the holiday season.

👍 The good news- our 2027 course offerings are now on the calendar! We have a great lineup of both webinars and in person courses(with more being added as we get closer to the new year).🎉

👉 Head over to our website to check out the updated 2027 course calendar to check out our upcoming offerings, share with your colleagues, and register today! 🐴💻📚🗓️

10/21/2026

Two Legs, Four Hooves, One Goal: Your Therapy Team Defined ✨

It takes a village to effectively implement equine movement as a treatment tool and precision matters when describing the members of that village. When we use medical terminology for our OT, PT or SLP sessions incorporating hippotherapy, we reinforce the clinical nature of the treatment. Using terms like “rider,” “lesson horse” or “program horse” might seem harmless, but they blur the lines between non-medical services and essential healthcare. 🐴👏🏻🥅

This week, we are breaking down the five distinct roles of the professional therapy team which include the:

📍Therapist
📍Horse handler
📍Sidewalkers/Safety Aides/Therapy Aides
📍Client/Patient
📍Hippotherapy/Therapy Horse

❗️These specific titles are vital for the integrity of our work! As always, refer back to the AHA, Inc. Terminology for Healthcare Document for more information.

Engage to win! Drop your answer to the “question of the week” in the comments section to be entered into our prize drawing! Every comment = one entry! 👇 📥🎟️

10/19/2026

Week 5 of our Terminology Tips series is a wrap and you all are knocking it out of the park! 🏟️💫🐴

We randomly drew a name from all who commented and this week’s winner is- Sarah Anne! Congratulations! 🎉🎉

All prizes will be distributed at the end of the series, so be on the lookout for an email November. 🗓️🏆Remember! You can win more than once, so keep the answers coming (one comment = one entry)! 🎟️

Week 6 drops tomorrow. What term do you think should be next?!👀📥⏳

10/18/2026

We’ve been busy researching and traveling to find the location that’s just the right fit for our next IN PERSON conference! 🔎💻💼

After many plane rides and car trips, what’s a better location than one that’s in literal horse country?! We’re excited to share with you that we will be heading back to Lexington in March 2028! ✈️🚗🏇

👀 Keep your eyes on our socials & newsletters for more information, call for abstracts, and award nomination forms!🎉

Can’t wait to see you all in the Bluegrass State!

10/16/2026

✨ it’s been a busy fall, so we are extending our Board of Directors nominations for two more weeks! ✨

The Board of Directors works in conjunction with our Executive Director to govern the association while also taking on projects to enhance and support AHA, Inc.’s future. Any AHA, Inc. Member in good standing is encouraged to apply.

Do you (or someone you know) have some of the key skills and experience we are looking for?! 🔎

🔑 Veterinary Knowledge
🔑 Financial Experience
🔑 Strategic & Visionary Thinker
🔑 Fundraising & Grant Writing Experience
🔑 Healthcare Professional (MH, OT, PT, SLP)

If you are interested in applying or know of someone who might be a good fit, more information and the application can be found on our website. Self-nominations are encouraged! ✍️ 💻💼

10/15/2026

We can’t keep it to ourselves much longer! 🫣🤫What do you think we’re announcing on Saturday?! Tell us in the comments below👀📥🐎

10/14/2026

The Three Pillars of Equine-Assisted Services (EAS): Knowing Where We Stand📍📍📍

This week, we are breaking down the three divisions of EAS and why it is important to stay in our therapy lane and use language that reflects our specific service. 🚦⚠️🚙

The AHA, Inc. states that EAS is a unifying term used for convenience when discussing two or more human services of different focus that include horses. The term is not therapy-first language and therefore should only be used in the plural. It is always preferable to use the most descriptive term and it should never be used to represent a stand-alone entity.

The three distinct pillars of EAS include:
* THERAPY: Treatment provided by a licensed healthcare professional, such as an OT, PT, SLP, or mental health clinician working within their scope of practice.

* EQUINE-ASSISTED LEARNING: Non-healthcare services that incorporate equines in three areas of focus (education, personal, organizational). Professionals will have training in the core area of expertise along with experience in equine applications.

* HORSEMANSHIP: Non-therapy services adapted from traditional equestrian disciplines that span from leisure to adaptive sport. All are instructed by equine professionals with specialized training or certification.

Staying in our therapy lane is critical for professional integrity. Overlapping these services can lead to confusion for patients, liability issues, and compliance risks regarding billing integrity.✨

❗️Refer back to the AHA, Inc. Terminology for Healthcare Document (link in the comments) for more information!

Engage to win! Drop your answer to the “question of the week” in the comments section to be entered into our prize drawing! Every comment = one entry! 👇 📥🎟️

10/12/2026

Week 4 of our Terminology Tips series has ended and our followers definitely know their stuff!✨📖🐴

We randomly drew a name from all who commented and this week’s winner is- Anna Cieslewicz Sullivan! Congratulations! 🎊 👏🏻🎉

All prizes will be distributed at the end of the series, so be on the lookout for an email November. 🗓️🏆 Remember- you can win more than once, so keep the answers coming (one comment = one entry)! 🎟️

Week Five is coming tomorrow, so be sure to brush up on the terminology we haven’t posted about yet! 👀📥⏳

10/07/2026

Promoting Professionalism: Your Business Beyond the Horse

How you talk about your practice represents your treatment philosophy to the public and your payers. When marketing your business, ensure your clinical expertise remains the centerpiece of your services. ✨🗣️💻

Terms such as “hippotherapy program,” “hippotherapy services” or “hippotherapy session” incorrectly portray a separate service that is not recognized in the U.S. You worked hard for your therapy license, so don’t let a single tool overshadow your professional identity—make your clinical skills the “front and center” of your business!

🔑 Key Marketing Takeaways:
* Focus on the Toolbox: Equine movement is one of many tools you use in your plan of care.
* Audit Your Business Name: Ensure your practice name accurately reflects the full scope of your therapy services.
* Show Variety: Use website and social media photos that highlight all aspects of your practice to show you provide skilled OT, PT, or SLP with approaches and tools individualized to patient needs.
* Therapy vs. Sport: If you work at a center that offers adaptive riding or other non-therapy services, clearly delineate between clinical therapy services and recreational programs to avoid confusion and potential reimbursement or liability issues.

Click the link in our bio or below in the comments for the full EAR Committee Marketing Guidelines!

Engage to win! 🏆 Drop your answer to the “question of the week” in the comments section to be entered into our prize drawing! 👇 Thoughtful responses to others comments will count as additional entries⏳🎟️📥

10/05/2026

Week 3 of our Terminology Tips series has ended and WOW 🤩 do you all know your terminology or what! 📖💫🐴

We randomly drew a name from all who commented and this week’s winner is- Joni Laster! Congratulations! 🎉🎉

All prizes will be distributed at the end of the series, so be on the lookout for an email November. 🗓️🏆 Remember! You can win more than once, so keep the answers coming (one comment = one entry)! 🎟️

Week Four drops tomorrow 👀📥⏳

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Tuesday	9am - 3pm
Wednesday	9am - 3pm
Thursday	9am - 3pm
Friday	9am - 12pm

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