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Publisher Summary The serious nature and severity of horse-riding injuries, most particularly head injury, are alarming and well-documented. The position adopted is frequently with the head forward and Becker's principle is applicable in that the degree of this position is reflected in the number of head injuries sustained. Where sufficient energy is transferred to the brain to render that individual unconscious, even momentarily, this should be regarded as a serious head injury. The essence of safer riding must lie with a greater awareness of the risks, inherent in the natural unpredictability of the horse's behavior and the need for high standards of learning, supervision and training. While care may be taken for the physical adaptation of the horse or pony to its task, the rider's fitness should have equal provision. During a sporting career, a tumble seems inevitable, so the art of learning to fall must be acquired in advance of the actual event. |
