whats a colonic?

Question

and whats it do?

Answer 1

Colon hydrotherapy, also known as colonic irrigation, is an alternative medical procedure, sometimes associated with naturopathy. Similar to an enema, it involves the introduction of large amounts of water, sometimes infused with minerals or other materials, into the colon using a tube and syringe inserted into the rectum. The fluid is removed after a short period, and the process will be repeated multiple times during the course of a treatment. A colema is a type of colon hydrotherapy performed by oneself using a bucket with an attached hose, while lying on a board positioned over a toilet, into which the contents of enema are released.

Though colon hydrotherapy, colemas and enemas all have features in common, there are some significant differences between the modalities in terms of depth of colon cleansing, amount of water used, and the necessity for a practitioner to be present.

Answer 2

a colonic (often called a high colonic) is an enema that is given by people who specialize in this procedure. It introduces water up into your middle colon to clean it out. It is a procedure that has been around for many years and was given years ago in Turkish baths which were plentiful in those days. It is still being used by some but it is no longer as popular as it once was.

Answer 3

What is a Colonic?
Alternate Names: colonic hydrotherapy, colonic irrigation, colon irrigation

A colonic is the infusion of water into the rectum by a colon therapist to cleanse and flush out the colon.

What is a Typical Colonic Like?
After completing a health history form and consulting with the colon hydrotherapist, the client is asked to change into a gown and lie face up on a treatment table.

The colon therapist inserts a disposable speculum into the anus. The speculum is connected to a long disposable plastic hose connected to the colon hydrotherapy unit.

Warm, filtered water is slowly released into the colon. The water causes the muscles of the colon to contract, called peristalsis. Peristalsis "pushes" feces out through the hose to be disposed in a closed waste system. The client and the therapist do not smell the feces. The therapist usually looks at the feces through the clear hose, and may comment on the color.

The client may feel some discomfort in the abdomen.

The therapist may apply light massage to the client's abdominal area to facilitate the process.

After the session, the therapist leaves the room, and the client may sit on a toilet to pass any residual water and stools.

A typical session lasts 45 minutes to one hour.

What's the Difference Between a Colonic and an Enema?
Colonics and enemas are similar, but there are some key differences.

Benefits of Colonics

* removes accumulated waste from the colon
* may help prevent constipation
* may improve overall health

Health professionals are divided over the use of colonics. The majority of conventional doctors do not feel colonics can improve overall health. They believe they should only be used before certain medical procedures, such as a colonoscopy, or occasionally for constipation.

Proponents of colon hydrotherapy believe that fecal matter can accumulate and harden in the colon. They believe this buildup of fecal matter may:

* prevent the absorption of water and nutrients
* lead to constipation
* allow harmful colon bacteria and yeast to grow
* cause stagnant toxins to be absorbed into the bloodstream through the colon wall (called autointoxication)

Lack of fiber, excess sugar, and a diet high in red meat are believed to contribute to the problem.

History of Colonics
One of the earliest proponents of colonics and the autointoxication theory was John Harvey Kellogg, M.D., founder of the Kellogg cereal company.

Many credit Kellogg for the popularity of colonics from the early 1900s to the 1940s among conventional physicians. Kellogg frequently lectured on colon therapy and recommended colonics for many conditions, such as depression and arthritis.

As laxatives grew in popularity, colonics became less popular. Also, the lack of published evidence on the benefits of colonics contributed to its decline.

Today, some alternative practitioners continue to recommend colonics. It has become popular again, and many people seek colon therapy for detox and to improve health and wellbeing.

Side Effects and Safety
Consult your primary care provider before having a colonic. People with certain conditions, such as diverticular disease, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, severe hemorrhoids, blood vessel disease, congestive heart failure, heart disease, severe anemia, abdominal hernia, gastrointestinal cancer, recent colon surgery, and intestinal tumors should not have a colonic.

Pregnant women, especially in the first and third trimester, should not have a colonic as it may stimulate uterine contractions.

Side effects may include nausea and fatigue after the session, which can last for several hours.

Although infrequent, complications may include perforation of the abdominal wall, electrolyte imbalance, and heart failure caused by excessive absorption of water.

Additional Tips
After a colonic, the client is usually encouraged to take supplements containing friendly colon bacteria, called probiotics.

Refrain from eating prior to a session.

Where to Find a Colon Hydrotherapist
Look for a colon hydrotherapist certified by the International Association for Colon Hydrotherapy.

Answer 4

http://www.colonic-association.com/COMMON%20QUESTIONS%20AND%20ANSWERS.html