Treatment Information

As the last link in the digestive chain, it is the colon’s job to:

• Absorb any remaining water and electrolytes from the CHYME (the semi-fluid material that passes from the small intestines into the large intestine);
• To continue moving the waste material along its way;
• To store this waste material until it is time for it to be evacuated.
• The colon moves material through by contractions of the smooth muscles in the colon wall, a process known as PERISTALSIS.

1. FIBRE: The colon works best when it has a lot of bulky material to push through. This makes the process of peristalsis easier and is the reason fibre, or roughage, is an essential ingredient in our diets. When there is sufficient fibre present in our everyday diets, the colon isn’t stressed and the material moves through faster and easier. Fibre also absorbs harmful fats and toxins that can contribute to colon cancer and helps eliminate them from the body.

2. WATER: Along with fibre, water is necessary to keep the stool soft so it can move through easier. Also, when we don’t drink enough water, the mucus lining in the colon changes in consistency failing to provide a slick surface for the movement of the material.

3. PROPER DIET: A proper diet should consist mostly of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains and cereals. These supply us with fibre as well as the vitamins and minerals needed to keep the colon and the rest of the body healthy.

4. EXERCISE: Exercise stimulates the colon and increases peristalsis. A sedentary lifestyle and improper diet are common causes of constipation and other colon problems.

5. REDUCE STRESS: When we are under stress, the entire digestive system tends to shut down. As a result, peristalsis slows down.

6. FRIENDLY BACTERIA: Beneficial bacteria in our colons, or FLORA as they are sometimes called, perform some very important functions. These bacteria break down some of the materials that we can’t digest and produce some important vitamins (some of the B vitamins and vitamin K – essential for blood clotting). We can them absorb these vitamins along with the water and electrolytes into our bloodstream. These beneficial bacteria are also necessary to keep the potentially harmful bacteria, such as E. Coli, in check and to prevent yeast or candida overgrowth.

The normal colon contains about 70% or more of the beneficial bacteria, and about 30% or less of the harmful bacteria. Most of us have 70% or more of the harmful bacteria and 30% or less of the beneficial bacteria – just the opposite of what is required for optimal health. The chief reasons:

a) Improper diet
b) Drug use – especially antibiotics

Cleansing the colon is as old as man’s civilization. Originally it was accomplished by squatting in a stream and drawing water up into the colon, then expelling it. In ancient Egypt a ram’s horn or gourd was hollowed out and utilized as the first primitive colonic irrigation machine. Later, enema pots and plant reeds were used. Sophisticated colonic irrigation equipment’s were perfected at the turn of the 20th century. It’s a safe effective method for cleansing the colon of waste material by repeated, gentle flushing with water. As much as 20-35 gallons of filtered water is used to gently flush the colon.

Waste material (impacted feces, dead cellular tissue, mucous, parasites, worms, etc.) especially that which has remained in the colon for some time, pose several problems. This material is quite toxic and can re-enter and circulate in the bloodstream making one feel ill, tired or weak. These impacted materials impair the colon’s ability to assimilate minerals and bacteria-produced vitamins, and finally a build up of this material on the colon wall can inhibit muscular action causing sluggish bowel movements, constipation and the result of these disorders.

Common signs include headaches, backaches, constipation, fatigue, bad breath, body odour, irritability, confusion, skin blemishes, abdominal gas, bloating, diarrhoea and sciatic pain. Constipation is one of what may be termed civilized man’s diseases. Often because the colon has been sluggish for so long, it becomes severely weakened due to being constantly bathed in toxic waste, stretched from holding excessive stool and frequently constricted by chronic tension in the colon. Toxic material is also found throughout the body, but colonics effectively eliminate large quantities of toxic waste, affecting the condition of the entire body.

Enemas and suppositories are useful for emptying the rectum, the lowest 8 – 12 inches of the colon. Herbal laxatives are formulated for constipation, but the Rolls Royce of colon cleansing is the colonic irrigation.

What will colonics do to the colon?

1. Cleanses the colon – toxic material is broken down and debris built up over a long period is gently, but surely removed in the process of a series of irrigations. Once impacted material is removed, your colon can again begin to cooperate as it was meant to. A colonic is a rejuvenation treatment.
2. Exercises the colon muscles – the build up of toxic debris weaken the colon and impair its functions. The gentle filling and emptying of the colon improves peristaltic activity by which the colon naturally moves material.
3. Reshapes the colon – when problem conditions exist in the colon, they tend to alter the colon’s shape, which in turn causes more problems. The gently action of the water, coupled with the massage techniques of the Colon Therapist, helps to eliminate bulging pockets of water and narrowed, spastic constrictions finally, enabling the colon to resume its natural state.
4. Stimulates reflex points – every system and organ of the body is connected to the colon by reflex points. A colonic irrigation stimulates these points, affecting the corresponding body parts in a beneficial way.

Sometimes during a colonic, the colon muscles will contract expelling considerable amount of liquid and waste into the rectum. This may feel like cramping or gas, and may create a feeling of urgency to empty the rectum. Such episodes are brief and easily tolerated. Most people are especially pleased with the unaccustomed sensation of feeling lighter, clean and clear afterwards.

No. You will fully maintain your personal dignity. You will be in a private room with only your therapist, who fully appreciates the sensitivity of the colonic procedure and will help you feel at ease. Your emotions will be acknowledged and honoured. After a gentle insertion of a tube into the rectum, you are completely covered. The mess and odour sometimes present during an enema simply does not exist with a colonic.

For some, you will probably feel lighter and enjoy a greater sense of well being, and any normal activity is fine to do afterwards. For some, the colonic may trigger several subsequent bowel movements for the next few hours; it is also possible you may feel light-headed or chilled for a few minutes following a colonic. For many who have a sluggish colon, it may take days for bowel movements to return after a good colonic. One good colonic is worth 20 – 30 regular bowel movements, so it may take some time for fecal matter to build up in the colon once again. This is not due to the colonic, but rather to the weakness of the colon and should be interpreted as an indication the colon requires strengthening and healing. Loose bowels maybe experienced, this could be due to the extra water introduced into the colon or to the stirring up of toxic waste. This is usually of very short duration. However, if severe diarrhoea dehydrates the body, it must be carefully monitored.

Almost never! Many of us have considerable amount of impacted feces in our colon. Substantial work must be done to remove it. As you become more aware of what is going on in your abdomen, your body learns to allow the cleansing experience and you are better able to release more material. The colon probably will never be completely empty, as it is an organ in continuous use. As more of the old, impacted material is released, you will actually feel the water enter high regions of the colon without any sense of obstruction. The objective is not an empty colon, but a well functioning colon. One colonic will remove some of the stagnant waste in the colon, the 2nd and subsequent colonics will remove more.

It depends on your objective. If it is to quickly recover from the flu or lower a fever or eliminate a lower backache, very possibly one or two colonics may be all that is needed. However, if your objective is to overcome a life-long habit of constipation, to detox and to learn to create multiple daily bowel movements, and to achieve vital health, you may require a series of colonics in addition to possible dietary changes, and exercise. Many colon therapists believe that to obtain results of a lasting benefit, a series of colonics must be undertaken.

There is virtually no danger with a colonic. Extra care is taken with an elderly person who is severely constipated, but will not be performed on a pregnant woman, a person with currently active ulcerative, colitis or following recent colon surgery.

Since having a colonic is an intimate experience and is involved with emotional and mental releases as well as physical healing, you will do best with someone with whom you can develop a good rapport, and in who environment you feel safe, comfortable and relaxed.

You will be asked certain medical and health questions. Abdominal massage will be given. Instructions will be given as to how to lie on the table while gentle insertion if the rectal tube is established. Filling and flushing of water into and out of the colon is the next process. Waste material can be viewed by the patient in the tube. Cleansing the colon lasts approx. 30 – 45 minutes. When completed, gentle withdrawal of the rectal tube and a visit to the bathroom! You can then resume your normal daily activities.