When Dr. Eiwa Marquart received her QUEX ED device met de NOAH program for animals in August 2024, she had high hopes for its potential, but she never expected it to be a turning point for Frida, a 15-year-old Danish Warmblood mare with a history of health challenges.
A former Grand Prix dressage mare, Frida is no ordinary horse. When she came into her current owner’s care, her health issues included degenerative spine conditions, PPID (Cushing’s disease), stomach ulcers, lameness, and dental problems.
Eiwa: “In the past I had been treating Frida with acupuncture, craniosacral therapy (CST), and chiropractic care. While we saw some progress, it was often slow and short-lived.”
In September, Eiwa decided to incorporate biofeedback into Frida’s care as her fatigue and reluctance to exercise were growing. She and Frida’s owner planned for 3 to 5 sessions, hopeful that this new approach would provide the boost Frida needed.
However, before they could complete the initial sessions, a veterinary intervention set them back. “Frida was given intravenous Tildren injections for her joints, which led to severe side effects including colic, diarrhea, and heightened anxiety,” Eiwa explains. “Frida’s already fragile condition worsened, and we were back to square one.”
Still, with the NOAH program, Eiwa managed to address the complexities of Frida’s health: her metabolism, endocrine system, digestion, joint inflammation, and emotional tension. Sessions revealed subtle but consistent progress. “Initially, Frida’s energy readings reflected her struggles, but with each session, her digestion and joint health showed gradual improvement,” Eiwa continues.
“Frida’s owner and I also explored how her own stress was potentially affecting Frida. She committed to staying calm and positive, creating a supportive environment which I believe made a huge difference in Frida’s recovery process,” she adds.
Early November marked a turning point. “Frida was calmer, more confident, and her movements more fluid. Her owner was thrilled, remarking that she hadn’t seen Frida this comfortable in years.”
A few weeks later, Frida’s transformation was undeniable. “Her energy had returned, as had the graceful movements that once defined her career. Even her stablemates seemed to notice, according to the owner – Frida looked and acted like her younger self again.”
By mid-December, Frida was thriving. Eiwa: “For me, it felt like an early Christmas gift and a reminder of why I do this work. I truly believe this case is a powerful example of how holistic care can create meaningful change for both humans and animals. The NOAH program helped me uncover and address imbalances that traditional treatments had missed. Seeing Frida’s transformation reinforced my belief in holistic care – an approach I’m confident will benefit many other horses in the future.”
"Healing is rarely linear. It’s experiences like these that prove to me that even the most complex cases can improve with time, patience, and a comprehensive approach,” Eiwa concludes.
About Eiwa
Dr. Eiwa Marquart is a veterinarian specializing in alternative medicine for horses, with a focus on biomechanics. With certifications in chiropractic, acupuncture, and additional training in craniosacral therapy and osteopathy, she combines her veterinary expertise with holistic approaches to improve animal well-being.
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