How Is Colonic Hydrotherapy Performed?

What Happens During a Colonic?

Colon hydrotherapy is performed in clinics where licensed colon hydrotherapists or licensed vocational nurses, or nurses may perform the colon therapy. Special equipment is used during the procedure. A client will lie on a table and have one end of a tube inserted into the anus and filtered water will be introduced into the colon. Then, the special colon hydrotherapy equipment will evacuate the waste through the same tube. The client may feel some initial discomfort during the process but afterward, most people report a great sense of well-being. See your doctor before getting a colonic if you have any serious health issues.

How Often Do I Need a Colonic?

Many places advertise colonics as a way to lose weight fast or "get a flat tummy" overnight. This is not an accurate depiction of the health benefits of a professionally supervised colonic. While you may feel that you are losing weight and feel that you have a flatter belly after getting a colonic treatment, the idea is to change one's eating habits to affect detoxification habits. It is possible to become a "colonic addict" and book an appointment after every large holiday meal or right after returning from a food-laden vacation. This can set up an unhealthy cycle. Talk with your doctor or nutritionist about how to use colonics responsibly to support your health. For example, some people get colonics between the seasons as a way to prepare for the new season.

Misconceptions

Some medical professionals frown upon colon hydrotherapy as "unnecessary," however, it is common for some people to have only one bowel movement per week, rather than daily. People who are irregular can benefit from colon hydrotherapy. The greatest misconception is that colon hydrotherapy does not "work." If you have ever had a colonic, there is no doubt it does work as a great deal of waste is released.