Summary of the Systematic ReviewARTICLE CITATIONEquine assisted activities and therapies: A case study of an older adultWehofer, Goodson, & Shurtleff Physical and Occupational Therapy in Geriatrics (2013) ARTICLE DETAILSDescriptionFalls are the leading cause of injuries and deaths in adults over the age of 65. The purpose of this case study is to explore the use of Equine Assisted Activities and Therapies (EAAT) to improve the mechanisms of balance, postural sway, fear of falling (FOF), and participation in older adults (OA). ProfessionAdaptive Riding LocationUSA Intervention TerminologyEAAT Study DesignPre–post test case study Sample1 Adult Age/Population76 years Assessment/ Outcome measure toolsABC, BBS, and Modified ACS Result CategoryBalance, postural sway, and Fear of Falling Dosage/Description of Intervention10 - 45 minute sessions over 6 weeks |