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Is colon hydrotherapy safe?
The short answer: when it's performed by a certified therapist using registered, single-use disposable equipment, colon hydrotherapy is a gentle, low-risk wellness treatment for most healthy adults. Like any therapy it isn't right for everyone, which is why every first visit at our Caringbah and Newport clinics begins with a consultation and health questionnaire before treatment starts.
Built-in safeguards
What keeps the process safe
Licensed & single-use
Our clinics are council-licensed and use only single-use disposable supplies. The equipment and treatment room are thoroughly cleaned after every session.
Gentle, gravity-fed flow
Water is gravity-fed rather than pumped under pressure, and passes through UV and 5-micron filtration. An automatic temperature safety shut-off keeps it at a safe, regulated temperature throughout.
Low volume, controlled
A session uses less than 6 gallons, around 23 litres, of water in total, introduced gradually across the session rather than all at once.
Who's behind the treatment
Trained, certified therapists
Who performs your treatment matters as much as the equipment. Michelle King and Andrew Law have been certified colon hydrotherapists and instructors since 2003, hold certifications from I-ACT and the National Board for Colon Hydrotherapists (NBCHT, USA), and are Australia's only LIBBE-certified trainers. Together they've conducted tens of thousands of sessions, including running the colon hydrotherapy department at Tony Robbins' global events since 2004.
I-ACT, the International Association for Colon Hydrotherapy, has set professional standards for the industry for over 35 years and works with regulators including the FDA, CE and the TGA. We also train and certify other therapists through our own I-ACT-affiliated school.
Is it normal to feel...?
Mild sensations are normal, not a warning sign
Some people feel mild cramping, gas or pressure as the water releases, and mild, temporary bloating on the day. None of this means something is wrong, it's a normal part of the process and passes quickly. For a full walkthrough of how a session feels start to finish, see what to expect at your first session.
Before you book
When to check with your doctor first
These aren't always reasons you can't have a session, but they're exactly what your therapist needs to know at your consultation, and in some cases your GP's clearance first.
- You're pregnant or think you might be
- Recent bowel, rectal or abdominal surgery
- Severe or bleeding haemorrhoids
- An active flare of Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis or diverticulitis
- Gastrointestinal bleeding
- Significant kidney or heart conditions
- A colostomy or ileostomy
- Suspected bowel obstruction or a known tumour
Always tell your therapist about your full health history at consultation, and speak with your GP first if you're unsure whether colon hydrotherapy is right for you.
How it compares
Safer on the bowel than laxatives or enemas
A colonoscopy is a diagnostic medical procedure performed by a doctor to look inside the colon. Colon hydrotherapy is a wellness treatment that gently hydrates the colon and supports its natural rhythm, using only filtered water, no drugs or chemicals.
An enema only reaches the lower rectal and sigmoid part of the colon, and repeated laxative use can irritate and weaken the bowel over time and become habit-forming. Colon hydrotherapy works gently along more of the colon without either of those downsides.
Safety at a glance
- Is it painful?
- It shouldn't be. Mild cramping or pressure is possible and passes quickly.
- Is it hygienic?
- Single-use disposable equipment only, at council-licensed clinics.
- Who performs it?
- I-ACT and NBCHT certified therapists, 30+ years combined experience.
More questions
Safety questions we're often asked
Are there side effects?
Can I have colon hydrotherapy while pregnant?
Is it safe for older adults?
Does it wash out good gut bacteria?
How often is it safe to have?
Is it safe to combine with an infrared sauna?
More answers on our colon hydrotherapy FAQ.
Still have questions before booking?
Our treatments are intended to support general wellbeing, relaxation and comfort. They are not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment, please consult your GP regarding any health condition.