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What is so good about this procedure?
A colon hydrotherapy session is equivalent to 20-30 regular bowel movements. After the colon hydrotherapy session, the hydro-therapist will make an evaluation as to whether more treatments are necessary.
History of colon hydrotherapy
Although many people think that this is some new and fancy method of colon cleansing, this is far from the truth. The earliest references of colonic hydrotherapy are found in an Egyptian medical scroll called the Eber Papyrus which is dated around 1,500 BC.- it’s a 3500 years old source! It was used for treating constipation which was believed to have been the root of many diseases and illnesses.
Described procedure was a primitive version of the therapy - an enema. In these sources, the procedure was similar, although water was introduced into the bowel by using a hollow reed inserted into the rectum.
The procedure
Throughout the colon hydrotherapy, the client lies on a customized table and should be totally relaxed. A small and disposable instrument called speculum is then gently inserted into the rectum. About 25-30 gallons of warm, clean water are being poured into and out of the colon. The fluid is removed after a short period, and the process may be repeated several times. During the treatment the patient may feel a slight pressure in the abdominal region, together with a sensation of ‘butterflies’ when material is passed.
Many people think that this method is filthy and stinky. This is far from the truth. The fact is that all systems that conduct the waste are sealed which means that the whole procedure is done without offensive odor and in a dignified manner with the respect to the patient. It is performed by skilled colon hydro-therapists.
Indications for the treatment
Why do people contact the hydro-therapist? Well, some don't have any noticeable bowel troubles, but they are afraid because they’ve heard something about one of the many diseases of the colon.
Others may feel that their diet may be bad, and they just want to keep their colon clean.
Everyone should know that, over time, accumulated fecal matter causes the colon to become distorted in shape. It is proven that as much as 40 pounds of fecal matter can add up. It is logical to assume that this puts an unneeded strain on the surrounding organs, the nervous system and even inhibits the absorption of essential nutrients your body needs from the colon.
Not many people know that a bad diet, stress, drugs, chemicals and other substances irritate the colon, and, in such cases, it protects itself by producing more mucus, which can bind and form accumulated residue on the colon. This residue may remain in the colon, even if a person is having regular bowel movements.
The most common indications are:
* Constipation
* Diarrhea
* Frequent Severe Headaches
* Backaches
* Fatigue
* Bad Breathe (Halitosis)
* Foul Body Odor
* Irritability
* Chronic Skin Problems (Acne)
* Frequent Mental Confusion
* Abdominal Gas & Bloating
* Lower Back Pain
* Sciatic pain
* Low Energy & Vitality
* Low Resistance to Colds
* Frequent Infections
* Mental or physical sluggishness
* Bladder infections, frequent urination
* Kidney or liver problems
* Acne, psoriasis and other skin complaints
* Anxiety, depression, irritability
* Insomnia
* Cellulitis
Benefits of colon hydrotherapy
Colon Hydrotherapy can be most beneficial for a healthy functioning of a colon and the whole body. Some of the most beneficial effects are:
* Clearer passage of nutrients into the blood
Buildup of toxic materials over time can prevent the normal absorption of nutrients into the bloodstream. This cycle can be broken with single colon hydrotherapy.
*Clearing the colon of old, hardened waste material and harmful toxins
Toxic materials that can be found in the colon are being broken down so they can no longer harm your body. Once this impacted material is removed, your colon can begin its normal elimination function again.
*Increasing prevention of toxic absorption through healthy mucosa.
*Promoting a return of normal, orgasmic and regular bowel movements.
*Providing a favorable environment for bacteria and micro-flora for digestion.
*Restoring proper pH balance to the body.
*Strengthening peristaltic (natural muscular contraction) activity of the colon
It is proven that gentle filling and emptying of the colon can improve peristaltic-natural muscular contraction activity, which helps the removal of waste material.
*Reshaping the colon
Over time, the natural shape of a colon becomes distorted, especially in people with poor diet and lack of exercise. The gentle water cleansing will help eliminate protruding pockets of waste and narrow constrictions. After a series of colon hydrotherapy treatments, the colon gradually begins to resume its natural shape.
Colon hydrotherapy and enemas
Most of the people do not know the difference between colon hydrotherapy and enema colon therapy. Although there are many similar things about them there is still a big difference between these two procedures.
Every potential patient should know that enema is also the procedure of introducing liquids into the rectum and colon via the anus and that it can be carried out for:
*Medical reasons - constipation and other conditions of the colon
*as part of alternative therapy,
*For erotic purposes, particularly as a part of BDSM activities
When we talk about medical usage of the enemas, they are being used:
As a laxative
After administration of the enema, the patient should be relieved of all his problems with constipation. Enemas are being used to relieve constipation even now, although their use has been largely replaced by oral laxatives and laxative suppositories.
The important thing to keep in mind is that enemas do not contain water only. For example, laxative enemas also contain:
*Sodium phosphate solution, which draws additional water from the bloodstream into the colon
*Mineral oil, which functions as a lubricant and stool softener.
Cleaning the lower bowel
This is done prior to a medical or surgical procedure. These enemas commonly contain the sodium phosphate variety.
The administration of the substances and medications into the bloodstream
This is usually done in cases when it is impossible to deliver a medication by mouth. Some medications, usually corticosteroids and other medications used in the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease could also be very practical.
Radiological purposes
A barium enema is used as a contrast substance in the radiological imaging of the bowel.
The bottom line
Enemas are useful for emptying the rectum, which is the lowest 8 to 12 inches of the colon. Usually, only one or two quarts of water are used in the process. It is easy to understand that colon hydrotherapy is much more effective in cleansing the upper portions of the colon.
Colon hydrotherapy and laxatives
Rectal laxatives are medications or supplements used to produce bowel movements in a short time.
They can be used as enemas or rectal suppositories. The most commonly used are: Bisco-Lax, Ceo-Two, Dacodyl, Deficol, Dulcolax, Fleet Babylax, Fleet Bisacodyl, Fleet Enema, Sani-Supp, Senokot, Theralax, Therevac Plus and many others.
There are several different types of rectal laxatives and they work in different ways.
Some of the most common are:
* Carbon dioxide-releasing
Carbon dioxide-releasing laxatives are suppositories that support bowel movements by forming carbon dioxide, a gas. The gas pushes intestinal stool masses against the intestinal wall, causing contractions.
*Hyper-osmotic
The main purpose of these laxatives is to draw water into the bowel from the surrounding body tissues. This provides a soft stool mass and increased bowel action.
*Lubricant
Laxatives with mineral oils in them surround the bowel mass, which is keeping the moisture in the stool. The stool remains soft and its passage is made easier.
*Stimulants
Stimulant laxatives affect the intestinal wall. They increase the muscle contractions that move the stool mass along the intestines.
*Stool softeners
Stool softeners are helping liquids mix into the stool and prevent dry, hard stool masses.
Indications for laxatives
*They are very good to use before giving birth and even for a few days after giving birth because the strains during bowel movement can be very painful
*preparation for examination or surgery
*to help a bit in developing normal bowel function, especially after a period of poor eating habits or a lack of physical exercise
*following a surgery when straining should be avoided
*constipation caused by other medicines
The bottom line
Laxatives are made for various purposes such as relief of temporary constipation and to build up the tone of the colon muscle but they are also not so effective in cleansing the whole colon.
Colon hydrotherapy costs
The cost of a colon hydrotherapy with a trained therapist should be a minimum of 50$ to as much as 175$ per treatment. Some may feel this is too expensive but, most of the patients are telling that, once you see the results of the colon hydrotherapy, you will continue to detoxify for the rest of your life.