Horses to the rescue: new study tests if equine therapy can beat stress

NCT ID NCT05703165

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 25 times

Summary

This study looks at whether interacting with horses can help people who feel stressed. About 123 adults with high stress levels will be compared to those who just observe nature and to a control group with low stress. Researchers will measure heart rate and mood before, right after, and five days after the horse session.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • Medical University of Graz

    Graz, Styria, 8036, Austria

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