Colon Hydrotherapy

The need to cleanse the bowel or colon has been recognised since recorded history. From as early as 1500 B.C. the Egyptians used the method to eliminate wastes from the body using animal skins as water receptacles. Since then it has been subject to variations in popularity and to an extent made fashionable by television programs and celebrity endorsement.

Currently, demand for treatment is consistently high as it is recognised to be part of an overall package for health improvement together with dietary adjustments and exercise.

The colon itself is around 1.5 m, or 5 feet long. When healthy it is populated by numerous commensal, or friendly bacteria which play a part in synthesising vitamins and generally aid digestion. These bacteria make up around 70% of the weight of eliminated waste.

There are numerous conditions for which people seek treatment notably;

Chronic constipation, flatulence, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and a range of skin problems.

Colonic hydrotherapy may improve these conditions as the process itself helps eliminate wastes effectively and increases the overall tone of the bowel.

Colon Hydrotherapy is not regulated by a governing body, although there are many individuals who have set themselves up as associations.

Galatea Clinic is not associated with any of these bodies. We are governed by the Nursing Code of Practice as we view this treatment from a clinical perspective and not merely an alternative therapy.

We are fully indemnified and experienced not only in colon hydrotherapy but clinical nursing. The combination of which benefits all.

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The Treatment Procedure

Filtered water is used throughout the procedure, warmed to a comfortable temperature and fed into the colon under gravity fed conditions. The equipment used per patient is sourced from a company which provide individually sterilised and sealed tubing. The dignity and confidentiality of each patient is particularly important to us and we make every effort to ensure that this is preserved.

There are a team of qualified nurses who conduct the treatment each with at least twenty years experience within a variety of clinical settings. The first appointment will involve a brief health assessment and a discussion about diet.

Questions can be asked at any point throughout.

Prior to a colon hydrotherapy

We recommend that you can eat as normal, but ensure that your water intake is around 2 litres per day for 2-3 days prior to your treatment.

After a colon hydrotherapy

Some people may experience mild nausea or fatigue after a treatment. This will normally disappear within 24 hours. Some people may have concerns about "urgency" following a colonic. This is not generally the case but you are welcome to rest at reception until you feel fully confident to leave.

Is this treatment suitable?

There may be a few circumstances under which we may feel colon hydrotherapy is not suitable for example; uncontrolled diagnosed high blood pressure, unstable diabetes and a history of heart attacks, but we would like to discuss this personally.

We do not treat pregnant woman as a matter of precaution. Also, if you are potentially pregnant we recommend that you contact us and the nurse will discuss your options with you.

Per treatment - £50
Course of 6 treatments - £275

Appointment time: 1 hour

To confirm a booking we require a booking fee of £25. This is redeemable against your treatment.

We respectfully advise all clients that a minimum of 24 hours notice is required for cancellation of appointments. If you fail to notify us within this period you will forfeit your booking fee.

Galatea Limited Registered Scotland. Company number SC275710
Registered office: 249 High Street, Merchant City, Glasgow G4 0QR | Telephone: 0141 553 2008

Galatea Limited Registered Scotland. Company number SC275710 Registered office: 249 High Street, Merchant City, Glasgow G4 0QR | Telephone: 0141 553 2008

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Galatea Limited Registered Scotland. Company number SC275710
Registered office: 249 High Street, Merchant City, Glasgow G4 0QR | Telephone: 0141 553 2008