After a fall, clarity matters.
In equestrian, falls happen.
What matters most, is understanding what happened next — calmly, clearly, and without guesswork. HIT provides trusted, objective data after a fall, designed to support parents, riders, and clinicians in equestrian. This is a safety tool, built to support informed return-to-ride decisions.
Uncertainty creates pressure
When a rider falls, there’s often no obvious answer to the most important questions:
- Was the impact significant?
- Is it safe to continue riding?
- Should a clinician be consulted?
These are duty of care decisions, and they often need to be made quickly, with limited information.
HIT exists to reduce that uncertainty.
Clear, trusted data after a fall
HIT records head impacts during riding and competition and presents them in a clear, accessible way.
It helps indicate whether an impact falls within expected safety thresholds, creating an objective record of what occurred - without interpretation or speculation.
This information can then be used or shared to support:
- Calm decision-making
- Follow-up conversations
- Clinical assessment when needed
HIT doesn’t replace medical advice, it supports better awareness and communication.
Designed for safety, not performance
Built to support return-to-ride decisions
HIT is intentionally designed as a safety-first tool.
It supports:
- Objective documentation after a fall
- Clear conversations between parents, riders, and clinicians
- More confident return-to-ride decisions when appropriate
There are no performance metrics, no optimisation scores, and no pressure to “push on.”
Simple by design
HIT is not:
- A performance tracker
- A diagnostic device
- A complex data platform
There are:
- No complex dashboards to interpret
- No technical jargon
Parents shouldn’t need specialist knowledge to protect their child. HIT is designed to be clear, calm, and supportive — when it matters most.
Who HIT Supports
Riders
- Greater awareness after a fall
- Reassurance that decisions are supported by data
- Reduced pressure to self-assess or downplay impacts
Parents
- Objective information after a fall
- Support for calm, informed conversations
- Confidence that decisions prioritise welfare
Clinicians
- Objective documentation to support assessment
- Clear context following a fall
- Better-informed return-to-ride discussions
Safer equestrian sport starts with better information
Falls are an unavoidable part of riding.
Uncertainty doesn’t have to be.
HIT supports a culture where:
Safety comes first
Decisions are shared, not rushed
Riders are protected without fear or pressure
Support safer decisions after a fall
Whether you’re a parent, rider, or clinician, HIT provides clear, trusted information to support the moments that matter most.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to the most common questions about HIT, including safety, use in competition, and how it supports decision-making after a fall.
Safety & Medical
Purpose & Benefits
Parents & Riders
Training, Competition & Sports Rules
Is HIT a medical or diagnostic device?
No. HIT does not diagnose concussion and does not replace clinical assessment.
HIT provides objective information after a fall to support awareness, conversation, and decision-making. Any medical decisions should always be made by a qualified clinician. The device equips horse riders with data to prioritise safety, whether training at home or competing at a show.
Does HIT tell us whether a rider can continue riding?
No. HIT does not make return-to-ride decisions.Instead, it provides clear, trusted data following a fall, helping parents, riders, and clinicians have calmer, more informed conversations about next steps. Traditional concussion management relied on “waiting” for symptoms to present. The HIT device enables a more proactive, data-driven approach to informed decision-making.
How does HIT support clinicians?
HIT provides objective documentation following a fall, offering useful context during assessment and follow-up conversations.It supports clinical decision-making without replacing clinical judgement.
Is HIT appropriate for younger riders?
Yes. HIT is designed to support young riders, where decision-making responsibility often sits with parents or guardians and where clear, objective information is especially valuable.
What problem does HIT actually solve?
After a fall, uncertainty creates pressure. HIT helps answer the question: “What happened during the impact?” by providing objective information that can support decisions about rest, follow-up, or clinical review — without relying on guesswork or instinct alone. Micro and large traumas can be identified and managed by retrieving data insights after the impact.
What is the biggest benefit of using HIT?
Confidence after uncertainty.
HIT helps families and clinicians navigate the moments after a fall with:
- Greater awareness
- Clearer conversations
- More confident return-to-ride decisions
All without pressure, blame, or overcomplication.
Will parents need to interpret complex data?
No.
HIT is intentionally simple.
There are:
- No complex dashboards
- No scores to interpret
- No technical jargon
Parents are not expected to analyse data in order to protect their child. HIT exists to support clarity, not complexity.
Who is HIT designed for in equestrian sport?
HIT is designed for:
- Riders in youth and amateur competition
- Parents responsible for post-fall safety decisions
- Clinicians supporting assessment and return-to-ride conversations
Is HIT suitable for competition environments?
Yes. HIT is designed to function during both training and competition, creating an objective record after a fall that can be reviewed and shared when needed.
Does HIT change how equestrian sport is governed or ridden?
No. HIT does not change the rules of the sport or how riding is taught or judged.
It simply supports safer decision-making after a fall.
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