Through our past eating habits, emotional pressures, or just living in our modern environment, our bodies have become reservoirs for toxic waste. If our bodies are not functioning at their optimum level, gradually layer upon layer of mucoid matter is built up in our intestinal tracts. This eventually results in conditions such as loss of vitality, poor health, gas, bloating, candida, poor skin and so on. Old stagnant waste in the intestines can block proper absorption and elimination of food as well as serving as a breeding ground for harmful organisms and parasites. Recent statistics show that over 60% of the world's population has worms and parasites in their intestinal tracts! These unwelcome inhabitants can pollute the blood, organs and lymph system, causing illness and degenerative diseases. The earliest reference to colonic hydrotherapy found so far is to a primitive version of the therapy – an enema - contained in an Egyptian medical scroll called the Eber Papyrus and dated around 1,500 BC. In the earliest versions, patients sat in a stream and water was introduced into the bowel by using a hollow reed inserted into the rectum. Thankfully, things have moved on a long way since then! Ideally, you need to allow an hour and a half for your colonic hydrotherapy session. On arrival, your practitioner will take you through a full and through consultation that will examine the reasons why you are seeking treatment as well as identify any additional problem areas. During the treatment itself you will be fully covered, using a disposable gown, and a blanket will be placed over you to maintain your dignity. Initially you will feel a slight amount of pressure when the speculum is introduced (to approximately two inches). This is not a painful process although you might experience a slight feeling of discomfort for a few seconds. Once in place, you will be asked to lie on your back with your knees slightly bent. During the treatment you will feel a slight pressure in the abdominal region, together with a sensation of 'butterflies' when material is passed. The whole system is totally enclosed, so nothing noxious can escape into the treatment room. Your practitioner will also use special massage techniques in the abdominal area to stimulate the release of unwanted matter. Most people find this deeply relaxing. At the end of your treatment the practitioner will use a high potency, pro-biotic wash to replenish the positive bowel flora. You will then get dressed and return to the therapy room where your practitioner will give you suggestions on how to improve your state of health based on the information imparted throughout the treatment. Since our practitioner is also a naturopath and homeopath, he may also suggest a herbal or homeopathic remedy to aid your return to health. Following the treatment, you can carry on as normal. In fact, many people pop in during their lunch hour for a treatment. The only suggestion we make is that you, if possible, avoid eating red meat the day of the treatment as it can be quite heavy to digest. People often comment on how clear and bright their skin and eyes feel after treatment, their energy levels increase and digestive symptoms diminish. Following the initial treatment, we recommend a follow up session after a period of one to two weeks. This ensures that we are working with a level playing field and gives us a marker as to how things have improved. Unless you have a specific complaint that would benefit from more frequent sessions, it is recommended that you have a single treatment every three months to give the body a boost. • Frequent constipation or diarrhoea • Diverticulitis, colitis, Crohn's Disease and spastic colon • Duodenal, gastric and stomach ulcers • Stomach, intestinal and bowel cancers • Candida • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) • Headaches, earaches, sinus problems, allergies • Bad breath, tooth decay and gum disease • Poor appetite or food cravings • Bloated stomach and wind • Body odour • Problems in trying to lose weight • Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and M.E. • Heart disease and high blood pressure • Haemorrhoids • Indigestion • Stiffness or sore joints, rheumatism • Backache, sciatic pain • Mental or physical sluggishness • Bladder infections, frequent urination • Kidney or liver problems • Acne, psoriasis and other skin complaints • Asthma, allergies or persistent colds • Anxiety, depression, irritability • Insomnia • Cellulitis Your browser does not support some of the effects on this web site. Upgrade your browser now!
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