Colon hydrotherapy (also referred to as colonic irrigation) is a safe and effective way of cleansing the large intestine (the colon).

Situated in the abdomen, approximately 5 feet in length and 2½ inches in diameter, the colon is a major elimination organ of the body and is responsible for the final part of the digestive process. It contains and eliminates body waste and toxins, absorbs water and electrolytes, is colonised by billions of intestinal flora (friendly bacteria) which detoxify waste, produce certain vitamins and help to protect us against disease.

A thorough case history is taken followed by an explanation of the procedure where any questions or concerns will be answered.

The procedure takes 30–45 minutes, and begins with a disposable speculum inserted gently into the rectum. Purified, filtered, temperature regulated water is let into the body via the speculum at a very low pressure. This allows any stored faecal matter, gas, mucous or toxic substances to be released through enclosed tubing which leads straight out to the mains drainage system. To aid release of impacted matter, massage techniques are applied to the abdomen, and reflex points are used on the feet. Herbs or probiotics may also be used.

Jo Vega offers Colon Hydrotherapy treatments on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays. She trained in 1996 and has a wealth of experience in complementary health.

If you have any questions please feel free to call us on 01926 316 500 or contact us via the form on our contact page.

Treatment duration

The first treatment lasts one and a half hours

Follow-up treatments last one to one and a half hours

Treatment costs

Initial treatment - £70

Follow-up treatments - £65

What to wear

Whatever you feel comfortable in

For more information

Visit Jo Vega's website at www.jovega.co.uk