Serenity Wellness | Bay Area's Ultimate Detox Colon Hydrotherapy & Colonic Spa

Colon Hydrotherapy

Colon health is fundamental to overall well-being. The digestive system is designed to process and absorb nutrients and dispose of the non-nutritive residue. When the colon works properly, the body systems tend to work properly. A diet of over-refined foods, additives, sugar, and alcohol are just some of the substances that may result in an accumulation of fecal material, which may clog the colon. Peristaltic action to move waste through the colon becomes impaired and results in improper absorption. According to Dr. Joel Robbins, “When the colon doesn't work properly, wastes back up and solidify in the intestines, becoming rancid, toxic and impacted. Toxins become reabsorbed into the bloodstream (known as autointoxication), poisoning various systems of the body.”

Colonics is cleansing of the lower bowel (colon); it encourages detoxification of the body and establishes muscle tone in the intestine so it can function on its own. A series of colonics within a few weeks usually brings the colon to a better state of health and functioning, when supported by a program of improved diet, exercise, proper rest, and nutritional supplementation. Many find it valuable to continue cleansing once a month or so to maintain the benefits they’ve experienced.

With our gravity-centered colonics, the results are dramatic but the process is not traumatic. Gravity-centered colonics allow for the simultaneous intake and exit of water throughout the treatment. This prevents water retention and discomfort, especially for those with weak intestinal tracts. The simultaneous exit of water guarantees an effective, calm, and healing experience. Most people's reluctance to try a colonic comes from the fear of large quantities of water entering the body. Gravity-centered colonics (based on the Woods Gravity Method) create a release that is always twice as strong as the intake. Pay attention to your body during the process and you'll realize you're much more aware of what's leaving than what's entering. Our therapists are "present" throughout the entire process, utilizing abdominal and energy-transfer type massage as well as essential oils specific to you constitution during the treatment. The importance of a transitional diet to cleanse the body properly is strongly emphasized. Colonic Hydrotherapy is offered 7 days a week at Serenity provided by our excellent staff of caring, gentle and conscious therapists.

How Often Should I Have a Colonic?

Unfortunately there is no right or wrong answer to this question. A lot depends upon your general health, the current condition of your colon, your personal goals and your willingness to modify other areas of your life such as nutrition, exercise and working on emotional issues. Even one colonic can be beneficial but in general we find that people show greater results when a series is done.

Typically, we find people get the best results with anywhere from 3 to 12 sessions within a series of 1 to 10 weeks respectively, followed by a maintenance program of once a month, depending on how well you respond (everyone varies).

Following a good colonic, your bowel movements should return within 24 hours after your first meal. When your bowel movements don't return for a few days this is a strong indication that more extensive colon work is needed to remove debris and increase muscle tone (remember, the colon is a muscle.)

We believe strongly in listening to your body. We recommend coming in for your first colonic to get a better understanding of what we do and how your body responds. We encourage you to ask questions and learn about what changes you can make at home. Then you will be better prepared to make an informed decision about how you want to proceed and how many sessions you want. The final decision is yours alone.