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The MiraColt™ is not a replacement for a horse. Discovering and maximizing the synergistic benefits of having both the horse and the MiraColt as part of therapeutic intervention for clients, has been a game changer in delivering outcomes for centers like the ROCK. Dr. Nancy Krenek, shares a couple of those benefits.
In March 2021, Chariot Innovations was privileged to have a donor give Rise School and Vine School in Texas a MiraColt each. The schools help children with disabilities in an inclusive environment. The impact of the devices in both schools has been immediate and a great joy to follow.
Not only will implementing mobility training exercises help with balance, strength, and flexibility, but it will also help in avoiding falling or collapsing. As we age, we move less in general. It becomes harder—our bones grow more brittle and the things that started aching in our thirties… let’s just say they didn’t improve. There are […]
People with Down syndrome can experience delays in physical growth, mild to a moderate cognitive disability, as well as having characteristic facial features. Knowledge of this condition and its levels of ability will allow you to better understand how to support individuals with Down syndrome. About 6,000 babies are born in the U.S. each year […]
Joe S., a 24-year-old young man who has cerebral palsy, has been using the MiraColt™ on a regular basis since July 2020 as part of in-home physical therapy. The MiraColt has helped Joe sustain and improve positive outcomes from previous hippotherapy.
Multiple sclerosis is a disease that damages an individual’s nerves, causing issues and leading to disrupted communication between the brain and the body.
In July 2019, a preliminary 6 weeks study by Leah S Goudy, Brandon Rhett Rigby and a team from Texas Woman’s University, using the MiraColt, showed that the simulated horseback riding improved balance and cognitive impairment in older adults with Parkinson’s disease.
Cerebral palsy is a congenital disorder that affects movement, posture, and muscle tone. It often occurs as the result of abnormal brain development or brain trauma. Depending on the type of cerebral palsy, the effects and severity of the condition will vary. March is Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month, so it’s essential that we begin to […]
Research found that the walking gait of a horse is actually fairly similar to that of a person. This sparked an idea that strength building for increased mobility could be worked on through the practice of horseback-riding therapy. Knowing the difference between the common types of gait disorders may assist in the understanding the benefits […]
Stroke recovery and rehabilitation often starts about forty-eight hours after the stroke, once the patient is stable. In the beginning, independent movement is promoted to overcome any weakness or paralysis and assess damage to make a recuperation plan. Though rehabilitation is essential, it goes hand in hand with other ways to improve quality of life […]
Emma Lean, an American Hippotherapy Association Clinical Specialist, PATH Intl. Therapist, Riding Instructor, and Director of Operations at Joyride Center, discusses how using the Miracolt has enhanced hippotherapy practices over the past couple years at their clinic in Magnolia, Texas.
From Down syndrome to cerebral palsy to autism and more, many people have benefitted from using horseback riding therapy to effectively treat various conditions. This type of treatment stimulates the brain and simultaneously activates the use of thousands of muscles. Horseback riding therapy can be broken into two categories: hippotherapy and equine therapy. Understanding the […]
Having a stroke or helping someone who has suffered from one can make for a difficult recovery. The effects associated with strokes vary greatly depending on the type and severity of the stroke. Knowing the extent of the damage caused during the occurrence will allow you to make a plan for rehabilitation. A consulting physician […]
Caring for a child with Down syndrome will, of course, come with its challenges. Some days are sure to be harder than others. However, there will be beautiful days too, where you hold your kiddo tight and you know that you are doing your best. It will require patience, understanding, and empathy amongst other things, […]
As we delve into the treatments and benefits associated with horseback riding therapy, you’ll want to identify the difference between equine therapy and what hippotherapy is used for. This will guide you to your goal when you’re working with an individual with special needs or disabilities. Horseback Riding Therapy Horseback riding therapy has revealed improvement […]
Cerebral palsy, or CP, is the most common motor disability in children. Though the brain injury or problem that causes cerebral palsy occurs before birth the majority of the time, it’s possible for it to occur at the time a child is born or within the first three years of life. If it happens before […]
No need to fret about giving your child the fullest, most enriching life possible—there’s a community of parents and professionals rallying around you, your child, and others who know your situation well. Finding ways to help your child with autism thrive is now more realistic than ever as we continue to learn about Autism Spectrum […]
Based on the level of capability with different disorders, there can be many options for assisting an individual. In many cases, the nerve damage associated with such conditions cannot be reversed or cured—but with treatments for neurological disorders, symptoms may be lessened. Often nerve damage can be progressive, so consulting with a healthcare professional may […]
Having autism, a spectrum disorder, means various hindrances an individual can experience and exhibit, making it challenging to understand treatment options. Even with a wide range of possible levels of cognitive and physical delays and capabilities, hippotherapy or equine therapy for autism is beneficial. Using the MiraColt is a great way to have regular and […]
Caring for a Child With Cerebral Palsy Occurring when the brain develops abnormally, cerebral palsy only affects about 30 to 50 percent of people cognitively. Children with severe cerebral palsy tend to be the most cognitively affected individuals. Physically, this condition involves an individual’s muscles, making mobility, posture, and balance difficult. Therefore, it hinders the […]
Therapeutic interventions to help children with an Autism Spectrum Disorder is complex and multifaceted. Picking the right complementary tools is essential. For Talitha Koum, the MiraColt hasn’t only been a good choice tool, it has been critical to care for the children with Autism that they help.
The design of the MiraColt was inspired by the benefits that were being experienced during horseback riding in Hippotherapy. Chariot Innovations introduced the MiraColt to therapy centers in 2016. These centers have enjoyed imilar benefits to having a horse for therapy in an environment where they couldn’t have a horse.
