The health and harmonious development of the younger generation remain at the heart of Turkmenistan’s state policy. A clear example of this commitment is the unique rehabilitation methodology employed for the patients of the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Children’s Health and Rehabilitation Center in Arkadag City, as reported by the Neytralny Turkmenistan newspaper.
Regular hippotherapy sessions are organized for children undergoing treatment at the indoor arena of the Aba Annaev International Academy of Horse Breeding. Experts recognize horseback riding not merely as a sport, but as an effective “medicine-free” treatment method.
Specialists note that the horse’s movements replicate the biorhythmic model of human walking, which is critical for stimulating the nervous system, strengthening muscles, and improving coordination in children.
Beyond physical recovery, close contact with these noble horses provides a powerful psychological effect. Young riders gain self-confidence, find relief from anxiety, and experience better social adaptation.
The traditional reverence for the horse in Turkmen culture has found a new, modern application in medicine. Experience shows that such natural therapy is often more effective than pharmaceutical treatments, gifting children the joy of movement and hope for a full recovery. /// nCa, 9 April 2026