Will the pressure of water hurt my colon?
Colon hydrotherapy equipment introduces a minimal starting water pressure that cannot hurt the colon or the body in any way. This procedure is ever so gently and very relaxing.

What about possible contamination?
Following a colon therapy, a potent germicidal solution is used to properly disinfect all instruments used. This solution is not harmful to the colon environment.

Will the intestinal flora be disturbed by colon hydrotherapy?
The intestinal flora is billions of microscopic organisms including bacteria, yeast, fungi and viruses which inhabit the bowel and play a very important role in health and disease. Special care is taken to replace the flora in the colon on ongoing bases.

What about possible electrolyte depletion?
Electrolytes or minerals are elements that are responsible for cell function throughout the entire body. This is replenished as part of ones diet.


What is the frequency in having a colon therapy?
This is dependent on the results of the initial assessment therefore each client is treated according to his/ her health concerns. However in general a series of 3-6 treatments are given in a 3 wk period. Following this a series of 2 to 3 treatments every 3 to 6 months is recommended.

Why do I have to go through such a lengthy procedure, why can't I just take laxatives?
Well Laxatives act as a chemical irritant, and to stimulate the muscular walls of the colon to abnormally contract to expel the irritating substances. Over time one develops dependency on these drugs which will consequently reduce the bodies natural ability to eliminate properly. As well reduce the tone of he colon, resulting in a flaccid colon.