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Writing A New Story: Culturally Competent Care For American Indians, Julia Albright
Writing A New Story: Culturally Competent Care For American Indians, Julia Albright
Race and Pedagogy Journal: Teaching and Learning for Justice
Providing culturally competent healthcare to American Indians requires a methodological shift from providers. Education on cultural competence is a vital piece of service provision, but is not enough on its own. Knowledge of the history of a person and their culture, respect for their past and personal experiences, and for their beliefs about health and wellness are key components to providing care. Humility and patience, and the knowledge that you will be learning from your client as much as they will learn from you, are also important aspects of developing a relationship with your client and being effective in providing …
Hippotherapy As A Tool For Improving Motor Skills, Postural Stability, And Self Confidence In Cerebral Palsy And Multiple Sclerosis, Sarah A. Long
Hippotherapy As A Tool For Improving Motor Skills, Postural Stability, And Self Confidence In Cerebral Palsy And Multiple Sclerosis, Sarah A. Long
Sound Neuroscience: An Undergraduate Neuroscience Journal
Hippotherapy utilizes the three dimensional movement of the horse to improve balance, strength, coordination, and postural symmetry in those with cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, or related neuromuscular disorders. The forward, side-to-side, and rotational movement of the horse provides the rider with different sensory cues to help improve gait. While this therapy is a passive exercise for the patient, the individual must engage the core muscles to sit upright along with making small corrections due to the constant movement of the horse to help with postural stability and strengthening. Ultimately, understanding how affected brain areas lead to symptoms in those with …