Colonic
What you should know about getting a colonic
By Jarrett Kruse
Colonic or water cleansing is an alternative medicine practice that involves flushing the colon with warm filtered water. The colonic removes a buildup of waste by colon cleansing through body detoxification that supposedly keeps them healthier and less prone to digestive problems. Studies have suggested that a colonic may be harmful to a healthy individual unless it is administered in unclean conditions. Fecal matter builds up in the colon and interferes with the body’s ability to absorb nutrients. It is believed that this causes the digestive system to become inefficient, leading to an assortment of health problems.
 |  |  |
A colonic session begins at one of many colonic centers with a brief intake form and interview with the colon hydrotherapist, who will go over the procedure and talk about any issues the patient may have and the colonic rates. The patient changes into a gown and lies on a padded table so that the colon hydrotherapist can insert a sterile, single use speculum attached to a length of tubing into the anus. The colon is gently flushed with repeated doses of warmed water to remove toxins, which loosens waste stuck in the colon and filters it out through a closed tube system. When the colonic is over, the therapist leaves to allow the patient to use a toilet and get dressed
After the detox is over, the digestive tract may feel like new with the intestine having a sense of lightness. As with any alternative medicine practice, it is important to go to a reputable practitioner who has been properly trained. Traditionally trained doctors and nurses can administer colonics, along with doctors who have trained at alternative medicine schools. In both cases, the colon hydrotherapist will have an extensive knowledge of anatomy, and will have attended training on how to use the equipment involved safely. Several trade organizations of colon hydrotherapists exist around the world, and are happy to assist potential patients with referrals. Certain people should not consider getting a colonic including those with intestinal issues like Crohn’s disease or diverticulitis.
