
The Northwood Practice
Janet E. Spence N.D.

The techniques used in colonic hydrotherapy were first
recorded in 1500 BC and have been used in traditional and naturopathic medicine
since that time. Using sterilised and disposable equipment, filtered water, at
a carefully regulated temperature is introduced under gentle gravitational
pressure, through the rectum into the colon. Special massage techniques soften
and cleanse the colon of faecal matter and old compacted deposits which are
piped away with the waste water, and the modesty of the patient is carefully
preserved throughout.
Colon Hydrotherapy can help
constipation, diarrhoea; colitis; spastic colon; diverticulitis; liver
sluggishness; halitosis; skin problems (acne, eczema and psoriasis); abdominal
bloating; allergies; fatigue; some forms of depression and lethargy. It is also
a benefit prior to and following barium enemas and during therapeutic fasting.
Some complex conditions such as crohn's disease, myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME)
and intestinal candida are helped by the detoxifying effect of Colon
Hydrotherapy. It is more effective than an enema as the whole colon is treated
and water is not purposely retained.
Of all the organs of the body, the colon is the largest
perpetrator of disease. It is said to be the initiator of 80% of all critical
illnesses. Many people are permanently constipated because they know no
different; taking headaches, lethargy and general depletion as a natural part
of life. They simply do not remember what it is like to have a healthy colon
and a feeling of well being.
Ideally we should eliminate after
every meal, two or three times a day. Most people consider themselves in good
order if they have one bowel movement a day. When the colon is clean and
healthy we have a sense of well being. Remember, the colon is the sewage
disposal unit of the body and as such is susceptible to blockages, stagnation
and the formation of decay or toxic substances.
Advice for new
patients
Because during the cleansing process good gut bacteria is
eliminated along with the bad, it is advisable to replace this with a good
quality probiotic. The product I recommend is is Bionutri's Ecobalance, a 30 day intestinal ecology formula containing pre and probiotics, and epithelial support.
To follow and for general maintenance purposes, Bionutri's EcoDophilus. Containing L.kefir, this superior blend adheres well to the gut wall.
Bionutri's products are avaiable via The Natural Dispensary 01453 757792
At the Northwood Practice:
The initial consultation, with treatment, takes approximately 90 minutes and includes full medical history, iris diagnosis and nutritional appraisal.
Follow on sessions, take about 60 minutes.