Detox Clinic - Colonic Hydrotherapy
The health benefits of Colonic Hydrothereapy are numerous. Colonics seems to stimulate motivation and enthusiasm to institute positive changes in lifestyle.
This is an ancient treatment - Hippocrates (460-377 BC) described how to carry out colonic cleansing, specifying what plants to be added according to illness type.
What Is Colonic Irrigation/Hydrotherapy?
It is a treatment where warm water is gently flushed, safely and effectively through the colon ( large bowel) to rid waste matter, gas/wind, toxins, bacteria, parasites and mucous build-up.
Why would I have a treatment?
You may have a treatment to relieve constipation, diarrhoea, IBS ( Irritable Bowel Syndrome), Colitis, Diverticular Disease, Skin problems, headaches, lethargy, candida, parasites, the list is endless. You simply may want one to give you an energy boost, or as a maintenance, or as a treat. Yes, really!
Is it painful?
It is rare to have pain. An empathetic and skilled therapist will put you at ease and minimise any discomfort. You may have feelings of cramp as you may experience with diarrhoea, but this is short lived and easily tolerated. Most people find the treatments relaxing and have more energy afterwards. During treatment, the abdomen is gently massaged whilst you relax, chat, contemplate life or believe it or not, even sleep!
What is the purpose?
Colonics re-educates the bowel to work more efficiently. A build-up on the colon wall can inhibit muscle action causing sluggish movements. Like any muscle, it needs to be used to work effectively to keep its tone. The colon will re-establish a more normal shape and form, and empty pockets of built up faecal matter. Toxic effects will decrease, and give an increase in energy and well-being. Another purpose is to educate, and help pinpoint certain foods which may be causing problems without you being aware of them. You will become more 'aware' of your own digestion and bowel movements and the importance of such an every day bodily function.
What results will I expect?
You may get sensations of feeling lighter, clean and clear after a treatment. There will be less build up of putrifying, waste material in the colon, therefore nutrients from your food will be more readily absorbed and used to its full potential. Less toxins will be circulating in the blood stream, therefore helping with lethargy, headaches, triedness. Gas will be eliminated during the treatment and you will feel less bloated and uncomfortable. Some people have feelings of elation, heightened mood, increased energy. It also gives you the feeling of wanting to eat and live more healthily.
How many treatments are required?
We recommend a basic of 4 treatments, approx 2 wks apart. After this, nothing is set in stone. Your therapist will advise. You will also know instinctively when you may need/want another. You do not need to have a problem to have a treatment. Like a massage, it can be used as a maintenance for good health or simply because you want to treat yourself! It is not addictive and your bowel will not become dependant upon it.
Will I be embarassed?
Dignity, discretion and empathy are of the utmost importance. The therapist fully appreciates the sensitivity of the treatment and will help you feel at ease. Your body is completely covered at all times except for a brief few seconds whilst you lie on your side. (Remember the therapist too has had treatments, so they know how you feel!) The mess and odour simply does not exist with a colonic. It is a 'closed system'.
Will one colonic empty my colon?
No, it is rare that one colonic will empty the colon. Although more may be cleared with subsequent treatments as you relax and as your diet is altered.
What effect does it have on my immune system?
The removal of putrified waste material and hardened and impacted toxic residues could rejuvenate the immune tissue that resides in the intestines. European studies show that 80% of immune tissue resides here. Therefore it is logical to believe, that colonics could improve immune deficiency illnesses e.g. M.E, cancers.
Colonic Hydrotherapy is available at the following Napiers clinics:
Edinburgh - Detox Clinic, 35 Hamilton Place - 0131 315 2130 - Dawn Leuchars
Glasgow - 13 Bothwell Street - 0141 248 5407 - Kim Tang
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