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This detoxification process, also called Colonic Hydrotherapy, or Colon Therapy was reputedly known in ancient Egypt, China and India, but the method that is popular in the West today has its origins in 19th century European spas. Practitioners claim that faecal matter can cling to the wall of the large bowel or colon, and may be reabsorbed into the bloodstream. They aim to remove this waste material by flushing it away with purified water.

During a session, the patient lies on a treatment table, wearing a gown with an opening at the back.

A tube is inserted into the rectum, and filtered water, possible with added substances, is administered under gentle pressure. The patient holds the water in the colon for about two minutes, then the pressure is released and the water and any dislodged waste matter flows away.

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A session lasts from 40-50 minutes.

Treatment often consists of 4 - 8 sessions.

• You should make the therapist aware of any existing medical condition.
• Unsuitable for those with disorder of the bowel, the very young or old.