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Does Anyone Ride Horses, Therapeutically Or Otherwise?
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I was raised riding horses in the backcountry. Now it’s very hard to get out in general, let alone load, groom, and tack my horse. BUT, once I’m riding, and especially through rugged terrain, it’s as if my fibromyalgia doesn’t exist. As long as my horse is moving I feel NORMAL! This is why I won’t give it up even though I have this illness. My stepmom is a therapeutic riding instructor and tells me that this sort of neurologic healing through riding is well known, but not yet understood. Has… read more

posted March 21, 2020
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A MyFibroTeam Member

I haven't but what a great idea!!
I can see how it can make you forget everything! I think my rump couldn't handle thou boo hoo

But go for it sister and enjoy! Whatever can help us feel better, even if for a short while, do it. We all need that!
hugs,
Zoes

posted March 22, 2020
A MyFibroTeam Member

I use to ride and totally agree you forget that you have fibro.....

posted March 21, 2020
A MyFibroTeam Member

When I do things that I love I tend to block the pain! Go for it! Anything that naturally mskes life better is great!!! Water is my place of comfort.

posted March 27, 2020
A MyFibroTeam Member

I’ve only heard about it. I knew they used it with kids as they had a place that did it where I used to live.

posted March 21, 2020

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