Therapeutic Riding
Harmony & Safety - Our Commitment in Therapeutic Riding
The foundation for a successful therapy is a relaxed horse and the safety of both rider and therapist. The knowledge and experience which has fed into the development Kieffer's equipment benefit the therapy itself and support the therapist; it also enables a safe performance and promotes a harmonious working relationship between man and horse.
Since about 1975, the Kieffer company has manufactured therapeutic riding saddles suitable for all kinds of therapy- and disability-related purposes, in close cooperation with doctors, therapists and carrier agencies. Whether for therapeutic applications or at the Paralympics – our saddles and the auxiliary equipment are carefully crafted top-quality products aimed at providing support where it is needed. For the welfare and pleasure of the rider – just as for the horse, which is by nature the special focus of our company.
Cooperation with successful Athletes
Hanne Brenner, double gold medal winner in dressage at the Paralympics 2008 in Beijing, China
Birgit Dreiszis, gold medal winner in dressage at the Paralympics 1996 in Atlanta, USA
Kieffer equipment
- Therapy belts
- Special saddles and reins
- Custom-made products
- Compensatory accessories and auxiliaries
A qualified contact person with respect to Therapeutic Riding
Dr. Susi Fieger is senior physician at the renowned Westpfalz Clinic, a trainer in para equestrian sports (level B), International Classifier for disabled riders in competitive sports, and also runs the non-profit organization IG Therapeutic Riding Rhine-Main e.V.
Furthermore, she is the contact person for any issues regarding special equipment and special saddle manufacture for disabled riders at the German Board of Trustees for Therapeutic Riding (DKThR). As a result of the long-standing cooperation with MD Susi Fieger, a large number of different projects have been realised already.
Further information
Therapeutisches Reiten Rhein-Main e.V.
Schillingspforte 7
55599 Wonsheim, Germany
Phone: 0049-6703-961518
Email: sfieger@westpfalz-klinikum.de
Also of course, feel free to consult the Kieffer customer service directly by email for any questions on the subjects of therapeutic riding and special equipment any time.