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What are the benefits?

The treatment may help with weight loss, constipation, IBS, PMT, diarrhoea, bloating, flatulence, indigestion, fatigue, acne, eczema, psoriasis, irritability and joint pain amongst other ailments, including increased energy, increased relaxation, improved sleep, improved digestion and bowel movement, improve immune system, cleans, re-hydrates and re-educates the colon, allergy control.

How many treatments will you need?

Every person is different and changes in our lives create different stresses, so there is no standard number of treatments that are recommended. At The Detox Studio we believe that each treatment has to be tailor made to address the client’s individual needs, which differ over time. Depending on the condition being treated, the individual and the initial results, anything between 3-12 treatments may be recommended, spread over a few months. - Deposits built up over a lifetime can not be shifted with one or two irrigations only! Following the course, it is a good idea to have a treatment every 6 months to maintain inner cleanliness and good elimination.

Is it Safe?

YES, the Colon Hydrotherapy treatment is carried out by a fully registered and qualified hydrotherapist (International Association of Colon Hydrotherapists ID No: F-TM2084003). At The Detox Studio we comply strictly to protocols and guidelines. Our water is highly filtered and cleaning and sterilisation of the necessary equipment is carried out and all contact equipment is disposable and used once only.

Preparation

You do not need to bring anything with you as we provide everything you will need. Please arrive about 15 minutes before your appointment so that you can relax and not need to worry about being late for your appointment, this will help towards the benefits of the treatment. The Studio’s seating area allows you to take the opportunity to read from the choice of literature regarding health and wellbeing whilst listening to soothing music.

During the days prior to your appointment please aim to:

• Drink at lease 6 to 8 glasses of water a day.
• Try to avoid fizzy drinks and alcohol This will help assist with the cleansing process.

On the day of your appointment please make sure you do not eat or drink for 1 hour before the appointment. Unfortunately, late arrivals may not receive an extension for the scheduled treatment. This is to ensure the next client is not inconvenienced.

Will I find it embarrassing?

NO, you will fully maintain your personal dignity and your modesty will be preserved at all times. You will be in a private room with only your therapist who fully appreciates the sensitivity of the treatment and will help to put you at ease. Your emotions will be acknowledged and honoured.

Will it hurt!?

NO, Colon Hydrotherapy has a relieving effect - in more ways than one! Most people will experience a feeling of lightness, cleanliness and an increased clarity of mind following the treatment. Sometimes during the treatment you may feel a slight discomfort from time to time whenever toxic waste detaches from the intestinal walls and leaves the body. The Hydrotherapist is skilled at putting you at ease and minimising discomfort.

How does a Colon Hydrotherapy treatment compare to an Enema?

An enema only reaches the rectum and lower part of the colon, whereas with colon hydrotherapy, the entire length of the colon (the large intestinal tract approximately 5 to 51/2 feet in length) is reached. Colon hydrotherapy is many more times effective. According to learned centenarian Dr. Norman Walker,“One colon irrigation is equivalent to 30 enemas.” Taken from the Colon Therapists Network.

How long does the actual treatment take?

For the first appointment please allow 1 hour and 15 minutes and for follow up appointments 1 hour. The actual recommended time on the Colon Hydrotherapy equipment is between 30 and 45 minutes of the treatment. We combine research, lecturing, education and working with patients, so you can be assured that you will be given up-to-date information and advice.

Can Colon Hydrotherapy fix my bowel and my digestion?

Colon Hydrotherapy is a fantastic tool which can give you the head start or the kick start that is needed for a better health and lifestyle, helping you to want to improve your diet, lifestyle and exercise routine. Making you feel better and improve your body image and feel younger, fitter and more energetic. Helping you to look after yourself for the long-term, if you don’t want that and you only want to achieve short-term improvement then it will only be short-term improvement. If you do not want to asses the food you’re eating, exercise your taking and the lifestyle you lead then it will work for short term, just like a car if it has been serviced for its MOT in the short term it will work fine, however if you fail to maintain and care for the car it gets rusted, you put the wrong fuel in, it will break down and not work the way you want it to. The same applies with the human body with Colon Hydrotherapy it is the whole picture looking at the whole person.

Will I experience any intestinal discomfort or fatigue after the cleansing?

Usually not, however since the treatment will stir up a lot of old faecial matter and toxins, you might experience some minor nausea or fatigue. If any discomfort occurs, it is recommended to rest and apply a hot water bottle to the abdomen. A peppermint tea or peppermint capsules can usually be soothing at this time.

Can I have colonic if I am on my period?

YES, in fact it is usually a good time to receive Colon Hydrotherapy since your body is already cleansing and the treatment may help relieve cramping associated with menstruation. Your menstrual flow will not interfere with the success of the treatment. The flushing of the colon will also reduce abdominal pressure associated with menstrual cycles. Please can we ask is that you remove your tampon or towel before the treatment starts.

Can I have a colonic if I am pregnant?

We would not recommend colonics during pregnancy unless it is recommended and performed by a qualified medical practitioner specialising in pregnancy.

Can I have colonic after having a baby?

After regular childbirth we suggest 10-12 weeks, unless you had complications or a caesarean. You need to decide for yourself whether your body has recovered enough from the shock of the childbirth. Make sure your stitches have healed fully, talk to your doctor or nurse if in doubt. You can have a colonic while you are breast feeding.

Am I able to drive home or exercise after a colonic?

Yes most people do not find it difficult to drive back after their colonic treatment.

What equipment do you use?

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Can you lose weight with Colon Hydrotherapy?

YES you can lose weight by having Colon Hydrotherapy. There are several reasons for this. Firstly many people experience this as a result of the volume of waste matter removed from their colon.
Most people find that their abdomen has reduced (owing to the removal of waste and trapped gas) which can really help with motivation for your diet. Lots of people find that once they get their digestion, absorption and elimination functions in order then weight loss becomes easier. There are also tremendous benefits to be gained from getting bowel bacteria back into balance.
Bowel bacteria has many functions, it synthesises some of the B vitamins and facilitates the absorption of coacium which helps with weight loss. Additionally there is the reduction in bloating (which always makes people feel fat as well as uncomfortable). Clients who are undertaking the Lighter Life, Sure Slim, Atkins and other weight control diets can benefit from Colonic Hydrotherapy treatments.

After The Colonic

Since the colon has been cleared of solid matter, it may take one or two days before it fills up again and normal bowel movements are resumed. Some water is absorbed through the colon wall during a colonic, and one may notice an increased need to urinate for a few hours afterwards. This beneficial effect of flushing the kidneys may also be enhanced by drinking a few glasses of water with the juice of half a lemon added to each glass.