Horseback riding shows promise for Autism-Related behaviors

NCT ID NCT04606966

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 27 times

Summary

This study looked at how therapeutic horseback riding affects youth with autism who also have mental health conditions. Researchers measured changes in behavior, social skills, and emotional control in 250 participants. The goal was to understand how riding helps and how long the benefits last.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Maine Health

    Portland, Maine, 04102, United States

  • University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

    Aurora, Colorado, 80218, United States

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