Horse-Assisted therapy shows promise for dementia patients

NCT ID NCT06662578

First seen Mar 19, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 5 times

Summary

This pilot study tested whether adding horse therapy to memory workshops helps people with mild to moderate dementia. 36 older adults took part in either horse-assisted memory workshops, traditional memory workshops, or a control group. Researchers measured changes in thinking, mood, and quality of life after 8 weekly sessions.

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Locations

  • CAJOU

    Le Boulou, 66160, France

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