Horseback Riding Dangers

Horseback riding is a popular pastime in the United States. It is particularly popular as an after school activity for young girls. This activity can help with a child’s development in many ways such as improving self esteem, teaching responsibility in caring for a horse and how to deal with friendly competition. Unfortunately, horseback riding is also inherently incredibly dangerous. It is among the most dangerous sports that anyone, especially children can participate in.

In fact, horseback riding actually has a higher rate of injury than that of motorcycle riding. If your child has been seriously injured while riding a horse at a horseback riding club or establishment, contact the Atlanta Personal injury lawyers of Webb, Wade, Taylor & Thompson, LLC today at 770-631-1811.

Injuries Associated with Horseback Riding

It is important to realize that a horse is a huge animal (weighing up to 1500 pounds) that has a mind of its own. Horses can run up to 30 miles per hour and can throw a person from its back while moving at full speed.

Before considering horseback riding for yourself or for your child, consider the possible consequences including:

• Sprains-of the hands, feet, arms or legs
• Broken bones-the force with which a person can be thrown can result in serious compound fractures
• Traumatic brain injury
• Paralysis
• Death

Contact Us

If your child has been seriously injured while riding a horse in a horseback riding club or establishment, contact the Atlanta Personal injury lawyers of Webb, Wade, Taylor & Thompson, LLC today at 770-631-1811.