Colonic Hydrotherapy

Colonic Hydrotherapy is a gentle, natural way to help clear and re-educate your gut. In turn, this helps to promote increased overall health and wellbeing. Although it may seem a strange concept at first, this body cleansing treatment can help in significant ways, and we ensure that you are as comfortable and relaxed as possible at every stage of the process.

 

What is Colon Hydrotherapy

Colon hydrotherapy, also known as colonic irrigation, is a complementary treatment that involves gently flushing the colon with warm, purified water. This practice has a long history and is often used by individuals seeking to support their overall wellness, digestive comfort, and sense of internal balance.

Whether you’re exploring colon hydrotherapy for the first time or considering resuming sessions, it’s natural to wonder what benefits the treatment may offer and what the process actually involves. This guide is here to walk you through both, so you can approach your first session with confidence and clarity.

What to Expect During Your Session

Understanding what happens during a session can ease any nervousness and help you prepare. Here’s what you can generally expect during your appointment with a qualified colon hydrotherapist:

1. Consultation and Health History

Your session will begin with a confidential consultation. The therapist will ask about your medical history, lifestyle, and reasons for seeking treatment. This is an important step to ensure the session is appropriate and tailored to your needs.

2. Explanation of the Procedure

I will explain how the equipment works and what will happen during the session. You’ll be able to ask any questions, and your comfort will be a top priority throughout.

3. The Treatment Process

You’ll be asked to pop into the toilet to remove clothing from the waist down (dont worry you'll be given a nice big blanket to wrap yourself in). I will then ask you to lie on your side to start. A small, sterile tube (speculum) will be gently inserted into the rectum. This is connected to the hydrotherapy system that introduces warm, filtered water into the colon.

Water will flow in and out of the colon in gentle cycles. Waste material is released through a separate, enclosed waste tube – there’s no smell, and the entire system is discreet and hygienic.

Most sessions last between 45/60 minutes, although this may vary slightly depending on the practitioner’s approach.

4. After the Session

Once the session is complete, you will be offered time to relax and visit the bathroom. Some people report an immediate sense of lightness, relieved, relaxed and calm. some may feel tired & a little washedout after and may take a few days to feel the benefits. This is all normal as the body can go through a healing process so plan to take it easy for the rest of the day.

You’ll also be encouraged to stay hydrated and eat light, nourishing meals following the treatment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are There Any Side Effects?

Most people tolerate colon hydrotherapy well. Some individuals may experience mild to moderate cramping, tiredness, some tenderness, headaches after the treament whilst the body is continuing to detox and heal. It’s important to stay hyrated and follw all the aftercare given at the appointment.

Colon hydrotherapy may not be suitable for everyone. If you have certain medical conditions, including IBD or recent surgery please check the contra indicated list when booking.

Is the treatment right for me?

Colonic Irrigation can benefit almost everyone. The body’s waste track should be self-regulating, however today’s modern diet often consists of highly processed foods, animal proteins, pesticides, sugars, and chemical exposure. This combined with stress and lack of exercise, the colon often gets over compacted with toxicity. As a result, it is no longer able to eliminate effectively. 

If you suffer from any of the below, you may benefit from a colonic hydrotherapy treatment:

  • Constipation
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Bloating
  • Poor digestion
  • Parasites
  • Candida
  • Toxic liver or kidneys
  • Slow metabolism
  • Lack of energy
  • Bad skin or breath
  • Poor diet, weight gain and sugar cravings​
  • Abdominal discomfort
  • Chronic fatigue or auto-immune disease
  • Insomnia
  • Inflammation
  • Menstrual problems or infertility
  • Depression, anxiety or emotional stress
  • Headaches, migraines or foggy brain
  • Compromised immune system
  • Diverticulitis
  • Heavy metal toxicity

Contraindications

ABSOLUTE CONTRA-INDICATIONS

  • Autonomic dysreflexia (occurs in spinal injuries at or above T6)
  • Carcinoma of the colon or rectum
  • Children under 16 years without a GP’s/medical specialist written
    referral and a guardian present at all times
  • Colitis
  • Congestive heart disease
  • Diverticulitis
  • Fistula
  • Hernia - Irreducible Abdominal
  • Hernia - Femoral
  • Hirschsprung’s disease
  • Hypertension above 170/100
    Ileus (paralytic)
  • Active Inflammatory Bowel Disorders - Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's, Colitis
    and Diverticulitis
  • Inflamed haemorrhoids
  • Pregnancy
  • Rectal bleeding
  • Radiotherapy of abdominal area not discharged from medical care
  • Severe Anaemia (RBC less than 2.5 million cells/mcL) - Risk of fainting
  • Renal insufficiency
  • Sever persistent diarrhoea
  • Recent surgery of colon or rectum (less than 26 weeks)
  • Recent bowel biopsy (Less than 12 weeks)
  • Recent prostate biopsy made through the bowel (less than 12 weeks)
  • Recent abdominal surgery (less than 26 weeks)
  • Recent abdominal keyhole surgery e.g. liposuction (less than 12 weeks)
  • Recent Laparoscopy (less than 6 weeks)
  • The timelines given post-surgery are deliberately conservative and could
    be less with the written support of GP


RELATIVE CONTRA-INDICATIONS

  • Anal tear and haemorrhoid(s) if DRE reveals potential intolerance to speculum
  • Chemotherapy and cancer treatments known to cause inflammation, infections, anaemia and general weakness – CHT’s should work with the medical team
  • Controlled hypertension and a prescription for diuretics
  • Debilitating heart, liver and kidney diseases manifesting pain and weakness
  • Diabetes - Risk of Hypoglycaemia; client advice should be given in preparation for treatment
  • Diverticulosis within 3 months of episode of diverticulitis
  • Highly anxious, stressed or emotional
  • Hypotension (less than 90/60)
  • Fissure
  • Hernia – Inguinal
  • Hernia - Reducible Abdominal
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disorders in remission for a minimum of 6 months
  • Long term Oral or Rectal Steroid - Risk of reduced bowel integrity