How the healing power of horses is treating injuries and disabilities

Hippotherapy - a type of therapy using horses - is improving the motor co-ordination of children with Down Sydrome

The horse whisperer: Conor Kerlin taking part in a hippotherapy session with facilitator Clare McMonagle

Siobhán English

For many years horse riding has proven to greatly benefit both adults and children suffering from a wide range of physical and mental disabilities.

From autism and ADHD to paralysis and injuries sustained in accidents, for both adults and children horses are known to have a unique calming effect and healing power.