| What does the treatment consist of? |
Colonic Irrigation consists of the purified warm water which
flows slowly into the colon under low pressure, via a small tube. When the colon
is filled, the water flows out through a larger tube, bringing with it any loose
debris. This is done a number of times during a treatment, which lasts from 30
minutes to an hour, and the result is a gentle flushing of the colon, and a
loosening of old faecal debris. The treatment is not painful, or unconfortable,
provided the practitioner is competent and follows a few basic rules. |
| Where in the colon is the old faecal debris? |
It can be in pockets in the colon wall, or diverticuli, or
can be mixed with hardened mucous "glued" to any part of colon wall. |
| How much old faecal debris can be stuck in the colon? |
3-5lbs is probably an average amount of debris that can be
lodged in the colon, although sometimes as much as 25lbs can be present (this
does not include the 'transient matter' present at the time). |
| Why doesn't the debris stuck in the colon move through in
the normal course of events - especially if you have got diarrhoea? |
Because the old matter will be lodged in pockets or stuck to
the bowel wall. Diarrhoea will pass over this, and because it is already laden
with faecal matter will not necessarily dissolve it. |
| Can some people have rubbish stuck in the colon and not be
ill? |
Yes, although often people will display symptoms of a toxic
condition before it turns into an identifiable or serious illness - eg fatigue
and tiredness, skin problems, etc. |
| How long does it take to clean out the bowel
completely? |
It depends on the condition of the colon. People with minor
problems may be 'cleaned out' after 6 treatments. Someone who is seriously ill,
however, may need many more. |
| Is it possible to go straight into intensive colonic
therapy until the colon is clean? |
Generally not, because it can leave the patient too weak, and
time between treatments is often desirable to allow the body to recover from
'healing crises'. Short bursts of intensive therapy - a week or so at a time,
with a recovery period in between - are often possible. |
| Is the treatment expensive? |
The cost of the treatment varies from £30-£60 depending on
the practitioner, location and any implants used or supplements
prescribed. |
| Is it possible to perforate the bowel through colonic
irrigation? |
Very unlikely, due to the low pressure used. |
| Is it possible to overstretch the bowel through colonic
irrigation? |
Yes, but very unlikely if you are in the hands of a skilled
practitioner. Sometimes the bowel will already be overstretched or distorted
because of retention of old faecal matter. |
| Does the bowel get lazy if you have a lot of colonics? |
No, on the contary, the internal 'massage' provided by
colonic irrigation, and the release of impacted matter from the wall of the
colon should help tone the muscle of the bowel. |
| Does colonic irrigation wash out all of the good bacteria
in the bowel? |
Loose bacteria will be expelled, but the removal of old waste
allows a better chance of long term colonisation with 'good' bacteria. In the
short term, the practitioner will recommend the taking of probiotic cultures to
'restock' the bowel flora, and a diet which will encourage these 'good' bacteria
to multiply. |
| Does colonic irrigation wash out essential vitamins and
minerals? |
Many people cannot assimilate vitamins and minerals properly
through their colons anyway due to the build up of toxic waste. In the longer
term, the removal of toxic matter should help the patient absorb more
efficiently through the colon wall. |
| If colonic irrigation is a painless treatment, why is the
healing process difficult? |
It is not always difficult - some people experience immediate
improvement. However particularly when the patient is very ill, the effect of
'stirring up' old toxic debris can be to release toxins into the body which
result in what are known as 'healing reactions or crises'. How often these will
occur, and how severe they will be, is unpredictable. |
| Is there another way of detoxifying the colon other than
colonic irrigation? |
Historically, herbs have been used to detoxify the bowel, but
they are probably most useful in combination with colonic irrigation, not as a
completely effective substitute. |
| Is there a danger of transmitting desease through the
equipment used in colonic irrigation? |
Yes - cross contamination is possible, and proper
sterilization methods are important. |
| Are there any circumstances in which colonic irrigation is
not recommended? |
Yes. If a patient has: Severe cardiac disease, high blood
pressure, aneurysm, severe anaemia, gastro-intestinal perforation or
haemorrhage, severe haemorrhoids, cirrhosis, carcinoma of the colon or rectum,
advanced pregnancy, abdominal hernia, recent colon or rectal surgery, renal
insufficiency or a sever prostate condition, colonic irrigation is not
recommended. A qualified colonic therapist should take a detailed history and be
aware of conditions for which colonic irrigation is not advised. |
| Are there any things one should or shouldn't do at the same
time as having colonic therapy? |
It is good practice to use diet, vitamin and mineral
supplements, herbs or homoeopathy, exercise (if possible), deep breathing and
skin-brushing at the same time as undergoing colonic therapy. |
| For how long has colonic irrigation been practiced, or been
known about? |
There is reference to colonic irrigation in the bible, and
the Yogis in India were known to use thir own method of physically cleansing the
bowel. The first known use if colonic irrigation was by the Egyptions around
1500BC. |
| Is it possible to do colonic irrigation oneself? |
Yes, but not recommended without proper training. |
| What is the difference between an enama and a colonic
irrigation? |
An enama simply retains water in the bowel. It cannot usually
reach all the way up the colon, and does not have the same 'flushing' action as
colonic irrigation. |
| Are enamas as effective as colonic irrigation? |
No. |
| Is it possible to do enemas oneself? |
Yes. |
| Is it possible to add things like Nystatin, Probiotics etc
to the water used in enemas and colonic irrigation? |
Yes, and also herbs, coffee (freshly ground) and
capricin. |
|
|
| For more info click here: |
www.colonic-association.org/ |
|
Top |
