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Hydrocolonotherapy is a procedure that began to gain momentum among Hollywood stars at the end of last year. It can be carried out in the conditions of SPA-centers, in beauty salons and in other institutions that specialize in bowel cleansing.
If in Hollywood hydrocolonotherapy was most often carried out to maintain beauty, then in Soviet sanatoriums it had more therapeutic purposes. The name of this technique in our country is somewhat different. The procedure was known as the Lensky irrigation technique.
What is Colon Hydrotherapy?
Colon hydrotherapy or intestinal lavage is a procedure aimed at cleansing and washing the intestines with a large amount of fluid. It is performed using special equipment.
You can undergo hydrocolonotherapy in almost any modern SPA center, in a clinic, in a sanatorium and even in a beauty salon. According to the experts conducting it, this technique allows you to increase immunity, eliminate allergies, normalize the functioning of the digestive system, cleanse the skin, get rid of chronic fatigue, etc. In general, it can be used to cope with any chronic diseases.
There are many reviews of hydrocolonotherapy, and some of them are radically different. There are people who consider the procedure beneficial for health, while others are convinced that it does not bring any benefit.
Opponents of colon hydrotherapy point out that intestinal toxins do not exist at all. None of the doctors saw them with their own eyes. Specialists with a higher medical education only smile skeptically when they hear the word “slags” from their patients.
In addition, opponents of the procedure point out that it is unnatural for the human body and can disrupt the natural intestinal microflora.
Preparation and implementation of hydrocolonotherapy
3 days before the procedure, you need to follow a special diet. Fats, vegetable proteins, fruits and vegetables, muffins and pastries are removed from the menu. It is forbidden to drink carbonated drinks, drink alcohol. If necessary, the doctor can prescribe carminative drugs to the patient, as well as enterosorbents. 4 hours before the start of colon hydrotherapy, they refuse to eat at all.
The procedure is carried out in the office, where there is appropriate equipment. The person should lie on their side or on their back. It is possible to carry out a relaxing massage of the abdomen.
Then a plastic tip is inserted into the anus, through which water enters the intestines. It fills the organ, and then comes out naturally. Together with it, the intestines leave all its contents. Instead of ordinary water, special solutions can be used to cleanse the body.
Experts say that the effect will be noticeable after the first procedure, but in order to achieve maximum recovery, you will need to complete a course of 4-6 procedures.
During the first two procedures, it is recommended to use a special solution for washing the intestines, which will help create an acidic environment in it. This is the basis for the improvement of the intestinal microflora.
In the future, special absorbents will be fed into the organ through the tube. During the last procedure for cleansing the intestines, it is recommended to use herbal infusions, such as calendula or chamomile.
Pros and cons of colon hydrotherapy
Hydrocolonotherapy is most often carried out in order to prepare the intestines for diagnostic measures, or for surgery. It can also be practiced in the complex treatment of various diseases of the colon: constipation, diarrhea, UC, chronic colitis. Carry out the procedure after the occurrence of alcohol, drug or drug intoxication. It should be performed by a specialist who practices in a clinic setting. You should not decide on hydrocolonotherapy, which is offered to be performed in a beauty salon.
The procedure has several positive aspects. First, the waist is reduced. Secondly, the abdominal wall becomes stronger, and the person himself experiences a feeling of lightness throughout the body. Many people get so used to this pleasant feeling that they completely reconsider their diet and begin to adhere to the principles of proper nutrition.
However, it must be remembered that the procedure has a number of disadvantages, which include:
During the procedure, not only harmful, but also useful substances will be washed out of the intestines.
Cleansing the intestines leads to the fact that its walls are irritated. If at the same time the body is weakened, then there is a possibility of developing an inflammatory process.
When there is no certainty that the organ is healthy, the procedure cannot be carried out, otherwise you can harm your own body. This is especially true for people with polyps, diverticula and intestinal tumors.
If the intestines are sick and weak, then its walls may not withstand the pressure of water supplied from the outside.
The intestine can suffer not only because it is sick, but also because an inexperienced person will carry out the procedure.
The intestines during the procedure will leave large volumes of fluid. In an unprepared person, this can cause vomiting and even emotional shock.