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PLHIV and Hippotherapy
FACTS ON DISEASE
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transmits blood, semen, breastmilk and cervical/vaginal secretions
origins 1920, first cause in AUS 1982
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symptoms present are of musculo-skeletal, neurological and cardio-respiratory origins.
increased risk of acquiring further chronic conditions such as stroke, Canter, COPD
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FEELINGS
no experience in treating client with HIV but treating symptoms that are present is very achievable and less daunting
need to ensure enough time to assess clients needs and have a treatment plan based on their goals using hippotherapy is key to overcoming any anxiety I have towards my lack of experience in treating PLHIV
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DIFFICULTIES
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Bigger horses required to treat adults, at present only ponies for treating children
unable to provide hippotherapy 3x/week. Need to link in with other services such as RDA or other community groups
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FACTS ON REHABILITATION
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standard precautions: hand washing before and after and personal protection if bodily fluids are present
FACTS ON HIPPOTHERAPY
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increase fitness, muscle strength can be achieved using this treatment option
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