Everything on earth consists of energy – be it human, animal, plant or mineral – even the air that we breathe. Every individual has his own unique energy vibration, almost like a fingerprint. A horse’s vibration is different to that of a man or a cat, and one horse’s vibration is different to that of another horse.

This energy forms a shield around the body and flows in patterns, almost like electrical currents. When one of these energy streams is blocked, it is revealed in the body as a potential affliction. Just as a cut finger will heal, every cell and organ in the body is programmed to heal itself. This will happen the moment these blockages are removed.

This is something that has been proven scientifically and is the principle on which the SCIO system works. SA Horseman spoke to Riëtte van der Merwe about the revolutionary SCIO Quantum Biofeedback Device.

How does it work?

The SCIO scans the vibrations of the individual, mapping the unique blueprint of the energy flow within the body. It picks up any imbalances or blockages in the energy pattern, and strives to redress this balance through electromagnetic waves or currencies.

These imbalances can be due to disease, stress, injuries, allergies and trauma. The SCIO machine and traditional medicine can be used very effectively, side by side, for instance in post-operative treatment to help the body heal faster and more effectively, and to boost the immune system before surgery. The SCIO cannot heal broken bones then and there, but by giving the body the necessary help and stimulation, it will speed up the healing process and eliminate complications.

The SCIO will not offer a diagnosis: It may pick up the presence of parasites, a suppressed immune system, low liver function and reduced red blood cells. It will not call it billiary, but will redress the balance.

The SCIO machine uses technology used by NASA to treat astronauts for diseases or complaints developed in space. It is used in two ways, the first being where the horse is connected to the machine and the second where only hair from the horse is used and the healing is done at a distance. This is possible, because energy seeks to find the vibration that matches its own.

A healing investment

Riëtte van der Merwe has always had an interest in all forms of healing. When she heard about the SCIO system, she decided to invest in one. Her very first “guinea pig” was her own horse, Rouge Royale.

A couple of years ago he had billiary. To make matters worse, he had an acute reaction to the medicine used to treat it. All the muscles on his right-hand side became atrophied. She spent thousands on vets, acupuncturists, chiropractors and physiotherapists. He would be better for a few days, but was soon impossible again.

The morning after his first treatment, the horse was quiet to ride and moved forward without complaint. After two more treatments, the difference was visible with the naked eye and Rouge’s behaviour dramatically changed. After six months and seven treatments, the horse is 100%.

The SCIO system also addresses psychological and emotional imbalances. She has had many owners telling her that their horses had undergone a complete personality change after the treatment – spooky horses would become more steady, frightened horses more brave, vicious horses more friendly and lazy horses more active.

A client had bought a new horse for her daughter. Soon the horse became almost unrideable and a danger to handle. The SCIO device pointed out that the horse’s testosterone levels were far too high – due to the administration of an external steroid (unknown to the buyers). After treatment, the horse reverted back to his normal gentle nature and the daughter was able to ride him with safety.

Enhancing performance

The SCIO system can also be used before competitions to enhance both horse and rider’s performances, improving stamina, oxygen use, energy levels, bloodflow and circulation, muscle strength and much more. Riëtte has used this on, among others, event riders Paul Hart and Wiseguy, Cindy de Villiers and Dickens, and showjumper Kelly O’Connor and William.

As a trial for the interview, I took Riëtte some hair from my own horse. He is an 18-year old Thoroughbred and is, as far as I know, in good health. What came up on the system was really interesting though. It immediately pointed out that he tends to be quite highly strung (spot on) and showed up some of his past injuries and that he is prone to tendon and ligament injuries – something I am only too painfully aware of.

It even picked up his one slightly misaligned vertebra – not as a problem, just that it is there! The SCIO also picked up something very strange – the horse had small quantities of lead in his system.

There were also some slight chemical imbalances in the body, which may be attributed to this. I had noticed that his coat had become a little rough and dull and his hooves brittle of late, but assumed that this was due to his age. But now I wonder if this may not have been caused by the lead in his system.

Riëtte not only works on horses, but other animals and people too. If you would like any further information, contact Riëtte van der Merwe on 083 449 0407.