1. How will it benefit me?

The colon is a tube of muscle which needs to be toned to stay in shape just like the muscles of your arms, legs, back… Colon hydrotherapy is a hydro-gym session for the colon to get back in shape. In time a poorly toned colon leads to constipation, trapped wind (bloating) and related problems, headaches, tiredness, poor skin, weight gain…

2. During accelerated detoxification

(fasting, cleansing..) it is advantageous and more comfortable to clear the colon (a major organ of elimination) with colon hydrotherapy to reduce / avoid typical symptoms of detoxification, headaches, tiredness, aches and pains…

3. Will it hurt?

For the most part the treatment is without sensation but it can have its moments when it feels like you have an upset tummy / indigestion. IT IS NOT PAINFUL but can be uncomfortable for moments during the treatment. And the feeling of emptiness and lightness that comes afterward the treatment is surely worth the occasional discomfort during it.

4. Is it embarrassing?

Your modesty is maintained at all times and apart from the introduction of a small nozzle you remain fully covered throughout the treatment to the point where you may even forget what treatment you are having!!

5. Is it messy?

Colon hydrotherapy is a closed system (as opposed to an enema, which is an open system). That means that water enters the colon via a tube as well as leaves it by a (different) tube which ensures there is no mess, smell or noise.

6. When is the best time to do it?

Choose a quiet time in your social calendar as it is a precautionary measure to avoid alcohol for 24 hours before and after the treatment. Also having a night in after the treatment will give you time to enjoy the sensation of emptiness and not fill up on restaurant food.

7. Are there any contraindications?

These are clearly stated on the pre-treatment questionnaire. Anyone who has, had recent abdominal surgery, inflammatory conditions of the intestine, unregulated heart / kidney disease or is pregnant (O.K. in the second trimester) is not advised to have colon hydrotherapy.