Colon hydrotherapy

Colon hydrotherapy is a gentle, safe treatment that can be used as part of a general cleansing and detoxification programme, or to address specific digestive or elimination issues. Cleansing the colon with the use of hydrotherapy was first recorded in 1500 BC and has been practiced ever since.

The objective is to rebalance the colon (large intestine) by harmonising the natural intestinal flora within it. Colon hydrotherapy is also known as colonic irrigation, entero-lavage, a high colonic, or a colonic.

What can colon hydrotherapy be used to treat

A colonic can help with:

What are the benefits of colon hydrotherapy

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Why is colon hydrotherapy beneficial

The indigestible portion of the food you eat lodges in the large intestine and stays there until eliminated in a bowel movement. Infrequent movements or constipation can lead to partial decomposition of these waste substances, which encrust the colon and further hinder elimination. These toxins in the waste substances are reabsorbed into the bloodstream, lowering the body's defence against bacteria and viruses. The body strains to fight against the poisons, and if the effort is too great, various organs or even whole systems can break down.

Colon hydrotherapy helps to restore the normal balance of the digestive system, by:

What are the symptoms of elimination issues

Apart from infrequent bowel movements or constipation, early indications of this futile war against waste may include sallow skin, nervous irritability, coated tongue, bad breath, offensive body odour, headaches, bloating, poor appetite, indigestion, and stomach heaviness.

What exactly is colon hydrotherapy

Colon hydrotherapy involves gentle, continual bathing of the colon by infusing warm filtered water into the rectum. This process enables the water to cleanse the large intestine, resulting in a gentle release. During the treatment, purified and filtered, temperature-controlled water is fed into the colon at a controlled rate. Although his process is sometimes uncomfortable, it’s not painful.

The water flow triggers a response in which the patient begins to expel the water and waste through a tube that allows the therapist to monitor the expelled bowel contents. This response is known as peristalsis, which is a normal pattern of smooth muscle contractions that propel foodstuffs through the digestive tract. During the treatment, the therapist gently massages the patient's abdomen to help dislodge impacted matter.

An enema removes only new waste, from the last section of the large intestine, whereas colon hydrotherapy cleanses the entire large intestine, without the need to hold water for any length of time.

What happens during a consultation

Have a look at the facilities and equipment used in our treatment room 

 All working materials are disposable and for single use only

We use the latest Dotolo equipment with various adjustable settings to suit individual needs

Is it beneficial for men

Certainly. You may be surprised to learn that about 40% of our clients are men, including a number of professional sportsmen. Men come to us for many of the same reasons that women do – they may want a detox, a kick-start to a healthy eating regime, or a pre-season tune up. Or they may have problems with bloating, their bowels in general, or their skin.

Are there any after-effects

Colon hydrotherapy has a profound cleansing effect on the body. You may experience a strong feel-good-factor afterwards, and wish to significantly increase your normal physical exercise levels. We advise caution. Although light to moderate exercise is good if you are used to it, any strenuous activity should be avoided for 24 hours after the treatment. Instead, you should rest and drink plenty of water. We recommend you to eat lots of fresh fruit, vegetables and fibre, and avoid refined or processed food, fizzy drinks, alcohol and caffeine. And although irrigating the colon does not remove all of the intestinal bacteria, it may be beneficial to take probiotics to maintain bacterial balance. Live yoghurt with acidophilus is recommended because it is an active cleanser that adds vital forces to the colon.

If you have had certain conditions, such as habitual constipation or irritable bowel syndrome, for a while, tiredness may be experienced for a couple of days after the first session. The irrigation stirs up toxins, and in some cases this may cause nausea, dizziness or nervousness. Usually, this indicates that the body is continuing detoxification processes that were started by the treatment. But many people do not experience these symptoms.

Fully qualified and insured

Our therapists are qualified members of the International Association of Colon Hydrotherapy, and have also qualified as colon hydrotherapists at the I-ACT recognised Chi Centre. We have full insurance. Certificates are displayed along with other qualifications in the practice room and are available for inspection.

For more information, or if you have any questions about colon hydrotherapy, you can:

• speak directly to one of our hydrotherapists on 07903 153 698 or 07903 153 698      
• visit NHS Direct

TESTIMONIALS

“The experience with Body Vibrant was excellent. I immediately felt comfortable and Penny’s sense of humour put me at ease . It was my first time doing colon hydrotherapy and it all felt fine. Penny gives great advice on diet and other lifestyle habits also.

Highly recommended!!!” Gary T. Reading

At Body Vibrant, both of the therapists put me at ease. They were both very professional and sympathetic to the fact it was my first treatment. I felt very comfortable, and not at all embarrassed at any stage. It helped that each stage of the procedure was explained to me. The treatment was very gentle yet effective. I was initially worried that it would hurt, however at no point was the treatment painful. I would have no hesitation to recommend this treatment and Body Vibrant to friends and family. I felt the price of the treatment was very reasonable and the level of care was excellent!

I am a very satisfied customer, and will repeat the procedure after Christmas L M – Reading

Despite the many benefits, visiting an organisation for colonic hydrotherapy for the first time can be a daunting experience for some. However, Shemila shows considerable sensitivity and care in her welcoming of clients and introduction to the process. She quickly puts one mind at rest. For the rest of the treatment, her experience and knowledge of the field is very evident as she guides one through the rest of the process in a calm, reassuring and immensely professional manner. Having had 2 sessions (only a few days apart) to support a liver cleanse, I can say that I was highly satisfied with the outcome, feeling somewhat lighter and clear headed as a result.

I shall be returning for further sessions in the New Year and I can wholeheartedly recommend Shemila to anyone else who may wish to experience the benefits of this particular therapy. G F - Hampshire

I was very impressed with the whole experience. I have talked of and recommended colon hydrotherapy to all of my friends. It's something that I'd considered doing for many years before taking the plunge and I know now I should never have hesitated. From the warm, professional level of care offered to the gentle, understanding nature of the therapists. I was immediately made to feel at ease and slipped easily into the calm, relaxing atmosphere offered.

I will definitely book myself in again. J H – Reading

My experience at Body Vibrant!

I went for a colonic with some trepidation. After having watched the “You Are What You Eat Programmes”. I expected the whole process to be disgusting but that was not the case... I was also worried about the size of the tube. But in fact it is very small and felt like the size of a small finger. The level of care was very high and personal. The 2 ladies who treated me both Shemi and Penny made me feel very relaxed; explaining the whole process

As I had a course of treatments, we were able to chat about life and catch up on news during the treatment. This in itself shows how relaxed they both made me feel. Penny’s sense of humour could sometimes be a distraction and we had to make sure I didn’t laugh to a point where the tube would fall out! Which of course if did not. There are no smells involved either as the whole system is closed.

I went for this treatment because I had been extremely bloated for years and was even asked if I was pregnant. I also had an embarrassing problem, with flatulence and constipation. I felt lethargic and miserable.

I wish I had not waited all those years. It took 3 treatments before the water which is body temperature got rid of all the rubbish and toxins that had built up in my colon over several years. My stomach reduced in size straight away. Flatulence was put to an end for about 6-9 months and I had enough energy to join the gym after treatment programme was finished. Advice on healthy eating was also given.

In the days following the treatment I noticed that my urine kept changing colour from deep green to clear until it was finally clear. I then realised that your body cannot keep itself clean if your colon is not clean and the toxins will move to other part of the body.

The therapists are both lovely and make you feel relaxed. Dignity is respected at all times and I was covered in a fluffy towel during the whole treatment. You only get to see what is coming out if you turn your head to one side to look in the mirror. They analyse what comes out and are able to then tell if there is a problem in a certain part of the digestive system or if your body is struggling to digest certain foods. In my case it was meat.

I have been highly satisfied with all the treatments I have had with them and have recommended other people for these treatments. S K - Reading

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“The experience with Body Vibrant was excellent. I immediately felt comfortable and Penny’s sense of humour put me at ease . It was my first time doing colon hydrotherapy and it all felt fine. Penny gives great advice on diet and other lifestyle habits also. Highly recommended!!!” Gary T. Reading