Colon hydrotherapy, also known as colonic irrigation, is an alternative medical procedure, sometimes associated with naturopathy. Similar to an enema, it involves the introduction of discrete amounts of purified water, sometimes infused with minerals or other materials, such as organic coffee, into the colon using medically approved class II colon hydrotherapy devices with sanitary, disposable speculums or gravity-fed enema-like systems inserted into the rectum. The fluid is released after a short period, and the process will be repeated multiple times during the course of a treatment. A colema is a type of colon hydrotherapy performed by oneself using a bucket with an attached hose, while lying on a board positioned over a toilet, into which the contents of enema are released.

Colon Hydrotherapy or Colonic Irrigation is an alternative therapy used to cleanse, maintain and restore optimum colon health. Colon Hydrotherapy, also colonic irrigation, offers an excellent opportunity to restore and maintain optimum colon health in your life. Colonic irrigation, colon hydrotherapy, high colonic also known as colonics generally involve the use of low-pressure water (created mechanically or by gravity) and administered in the presence of, and/or with the assistance of a trained colonic therapist.

In gastroenterology, the term "colonic irrigation" is also used to refer to the practice of introducing water through a colostomy or a surgically constructed conduit as a treatment for constipation. Though colon hydrotherapy, colemas and enemas all have features in common, there are some significant differences between the modalities in terms of depth of colon cleansing, amount of water used, and the necessity for a practitioner to be present.

Colon hydrotherapy is a method for cleansing the body of these potentially harmful substances which the colon has not be able to discharge by natural peristalsis. While not a cure for any disease or ailment, it may be considered an important adjunctive therapy to help you rejuvenate and maintain your overall health.

Colon hydrotherapy is a gentle internal bath that cleanses and detoxifies. The colon helps protect the body from infection and disease. A clean colon wall helps the body to absorb vital nutrients and vitamins. Colon Hydrotherapy works with a healthy diet and regular exercise to not only keeps the body functioning well, but also to create a healthier complexion, clearer skin and to aid weight loss. It can also help to ease joint pain such as arthritis and rheumatism.

If you think your current health status could be improved by cleansing your colon... then colon hydrotherapy is an alternative ready to assist you in accomplishing this goal.

A colonic is much like an enema, the difference being a colonic can actually clean the entire large intestine. An enema is generally for cleaning only the descending colon, which is only approximately a third of the colon. An enema can give some relief but a colonic is noticeably more effective. Not only is colon hydrotherapy used for cleaning of the colon, but also toning the colon to improve peristalsis. This toning helps reshape the colon that may be distorted. Colon hydrotherapy is a gentle internal bath that cleanses and detoxifies.

Our modern day life is stressful and we often eat food that is unhealthy out of convenience, which can result in a sluggish and ineffective digestive system. Other causes can be rushing our food and not chewing properly. The average person can be carrying as much as 6kg in excess weight in undigested food. Others find that pain medications, stress or even unknown causes create irregular bowel movements, IBS, hemmeroids, gas & bloating.

Please consider colonics as your natural alternative to harsh and irritable chemical laxatives, improving your health is in your hands & we are here to help!

Though colon hydrotherapy, colemas and enemas all have features in common, there are some significant differences between the modalities in terms of depth of colon cleansing, amount of water used, and the necessity for a practitioner to be present.

History
The practice has been known since ancient times[2] for treating constipation which was believed to have been the root of many diseases and illnesses. The first recorded reference to colon cleansing date back more than 3000 years to the Ebers papyrus, an Egyptian medical document. This document outlines bowel and colon cleansing procedures using various herbal concoctions and water, and has been carbon dated to between 1500 and 1700 B.C.

In the early 1980s, there were a number of cases of amebiasis, leading to six deaths [3] attributed to therapist Marissa Wright, who failed to maintain sanitary conditions. These are believed to be the only fatalities that can directly be attributed to colon hydrotherapy. There have been reports of electrolyte imbalances in children brought on by colonics using softened water[4]. Such imbalances can also be caused by laxative use or diarrhea.