12011 Lee Jackson Memorial Hwy., Suite 420 Fairfax, VA 22033
COLON HYDROTHERAPY
Colon Hydrotherapy is a very safe, non-invasive procedure that cleanses the colon to reduce and/or
remove parasites and toxins. This procedure is done by using large amounts of water through the rectum.
There are two types of systems: Open & Closed; Each system operates in a different way, which is important to understand when searching for Colonics — at Gentle Wellness Center, we use a CLOSED system only. A closed system requires the Colon Hydrotherapist to insert a speculum into the rectum (via the anus) which allows water to flow inside through a disposable tube that is then attached to the equipment. For precautions and the purpose of a closed system, the Colon Hydrotherapist MUST be in the room at all times.
- Continue to drink plenty of water
- Consume more laxative foods such as berries, leafy greens, beans, dried fruit, etc.
- Follow your specific regimen per the colon hydrotherapists request
To better prepare for the session, please follow the instructions below prior to the appointment:
- Avoid alcohol, nicotine & caffeinated drinks (includes coffee)
- Avoid laxatives
- Avoid processed foods
- Drink lots of fluids such as water, herbal teas, & vegetable juices
- Eat healthy fats, oils, fruits & vegetables
The following medical conditions are contraindications to the colon hydrotherapy:
- Abdominal Hernia
- Abdominal Surgery*
- Abdominal distension/abdominal masses
- Acute Liver Failure
- Amoebic Dysentery
- Aneurysm
- Blood in Stool
- Carcinoma of the Colon
- Cardiac Conditions
- Cirrhosis of the Liver
- Colon or Rectal Surgery
- Congestive Heart Failure
- Crohn's Disease
- Dialysis Patient
- Diverticulitis/Diverticulosis
- Fissures of Fistulas
- Gastric Bypass Surgery of the Removal/Alternation of any portion of your GI Tract
- Gastrointestinal Cancer
- Heart Disease
- Hemorrhaging from the Rectum
- Hemorrhoids - Severe
- Hemorrhoidectomy*
- High Blood Pressure - Uncontrolled
- Incontinence
- Intestinal Perforation
- Lupus
- Oral Steroid Usage
- Pregnancy
- Rectal Surgery
- Renal Insufficiencies
- Tumors of the Colon or Rectum
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Other medications*
*Doctor's note is required; if you believe any of these conditions may apply to you, please contact our office for further details.
OPEN VS CLOSED COLONIC SYSTEM
Open System:
- Client is in control of the entire session; client is responsible of inserting the tube into their rectum with the guidance of the Colon Hydrotherapist; client releases in a natural way as if they are using the restroom (you must push)
- Gravity-Fed system meaning there is no water pressure and temperature is automatically set
Closed System:
- Colon Hydrotherapist must be in the room at all times to monitor water pressure & temperature to prevent any form of leakage and perforation
- Colon Hydrotherapist manually drains the colon by attaching a disposable tube through the rectum which is held by the speculum; client cannot push as they release through a hose
BENEFITS
DETOX
Cleanses, tones and rehabilitates the bowel system. Additionally, this assists with digestive problems or a result of: alcohol abuse, arthritis, bloating, constipation, colitis, indigestion and hemorrhoids.
PROMOTES WEIGHT LOSS
Assists with weight loss as it flushes waste from the body; this then allows the body to absorb more nutrients & vitamins for an overall healthier digestive system.
ENERGY & CONCENTRATION IMPROVEMENT
Lacking certain nutrients in one's diet can result into numerous effects, regardless of how well one may eat: the buildup of toxins within the intestinal walls can cause a negative enlargement in the intestinal tract.
PREVENTATIVE SCREENING
Colorectal cancer is third most common cancer for men and women in the United States; colonics can be used to reduce the risk of colon cancer when preparing for a colonoscopy.