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Welcome from Dr. James Kendel
Welcome to our detox center.  Our goal is to help you regain your health.  Many people in today’s world suffer from toxicity.  This can include symptoms and conditions associated with migraine headaches, fibromyalgia, generalized arthralgias, chemical sensitivities and chronic fatigue. Because of the world we live in, toxicity is going to continue to be a problem effecting millions of Americans and their health. We are exposed from the air we breath, environmental chemicals, pesticides, herbicides that we eat in the foods, as well as the growth enhancers that are used in processing the meat we eat.
 
Detoxification is a process by which the body rids itself of unwanted environmental ingested or metabolic toxins.  The toxins formed internally or ingested will leak through an unhealthy colon and flow to the liver.  The liver is responsible for transforming the toxins into an intermediate substance that can bind more easily to a nontoxic water-soluble molecule.  However, during this phase many harmful free radicals are formed.  With the help of strong antioxidants the liver continues to further change these free radicals into water-soluble substances that are released to the kidney and excreted in the urine and through the colon.  In an unhealthy liver, or a compromised metabolic system, the toxins in Phase I are not completely detoxified. 

As a result, Phase II toxins are not completely detoxified as well.  The unchanged toxins leave the liver and store in tissues such as fat, the brain and the nervous system.  These stored toxins re-circulate in the blood and may cause long-term poor health.  Our purpose is to provide you with different avenues to stimulate the detoxification process and re-educate you on choices to maintaining your health.  After review of systems, we will recommend the best choice for your needs.  You are always free to make your own choices, as all that we have will be advantageous to your health.  In the process of reviewing symptoms there may be recommendations involving diagnostic testing before detox begins.  Many people have systems that are in such need of repair that diagnostic testing using lab, hair, stool or saliva analysis to specifically identify offenders or disease processes is necessary to recover your health. 

We will be recommending both physical and metabolic choices in detox best suited for you and you will have the choice to proceed aggressively as you wish or as conservatively as you would like.  Below is a list of our detoxes as well as the cost of each program.  These are presented so that you will understand the cost and the commitment that you are entering.  

1. Complete Nutritional Evaluation

• System Analysis
• Stool Testing
• Saliva Testing
• Blood Test
• Hair Analysis
• Urine Test

2. Colonic Therapy (Colon Hydrotherapy)

My first exposure, 25 years ago, to a nutritionist resulted in an overwhelming barrage of vitamin indications and usages.  In the end of his lecture, he said, and I quote, “remember this, if you do no more than cleanse the colon of your patient you will be giving them a tremendous nutritional service.”  Over the past 25 years, that statement has proved itself over and over again.  Thus, the addition of colon hydrotherapy to Medina Chiropractic Detox Center. 
 
Our colon hydrotherapy is a gravity fed system of filtered and purified water that is temperature regulated.  It is introduced into the colon.  This hydration loosens impacted feces over several sessions and stimulates natural peristalsis ridding the body of decomposing, impacted fecal material.  Over several sessions, in the cleansing and balancing of the colons ecology the body recognizes the colon as clean and functioning normal.  The body then begins to release its toxins back into the colon to eliminate as it was intended through the feces.  When the colon is impacted and sluggish the toxins remain in the liver and in the body systems.  Many people have significant undetected parasites, fungal and bacterial guests as well as multiple food intolerances.  These conditions need to be identified and dealt with accordingly.  If not, any colon therapy will only be temporary in nature.  Conventional testing misses a lot of these factors. 
 
Our office uses labs that specialize in colon ecology and specific treatment will be added along with the colon therapy.  Sometimes referrals are needed for certain infectious disease or parasites.
 
Top 10 things you’ve always wanted to know about colonics but were afraid to ask.
Submitted by Medina Family Chiropractic Center

1. What is a colonic?
A colonic or colon hydrotherapy is a method of removing waste from the large intestine or colon, without the use of drugs or chemicals. Filtered water is introduced into the colon, which softens waste and causes an increase in peristalsis or intestinal movement. The FDA requires the water be purified through charcoal filtration and ultraviolet purification.

2. Why would I need a colonic?
Today’s diet is loaded with preservatives, additives, and pesticides. It is also lacking in fresh, whole foods. These combined with a lack of exercise (less than one hour a day) bog down our systems and allow for build up within the colon.

3. Why is build up in the colon bad?
Our bodies are meant to be dynamic systems. With just about any system in the body, if it is not moving properly there is build up and inflammation and those can be precursors to more serious problems.

4. But I just had a colonoscopy, shouldn’t I be alright?
A colonic does not replace a colonoscopy. Colonoscopies are important life saving tools and you should always follow your doctor’s recommendations. The prep for a colonoscopy does clear out the colon for the procedure but it is not intended to be used therapeutically. Colonics are done in cycles to continually purge aiding to cleansing your system as a whole.

5. But is the water is just in my colon how is it affecting my small intestine, liver, or gall bladder?
True, the water never goes further than your colon. However, during a session (45 minutes) the colon is continually purging which triggers increased peristalsis in the small intestine. As the colon continues to empty the small intestine continues to empty in the colon. As the small intestine continues to empty it triggers other organs, like the liver and gall bladder, to increase their release as well. It is the continual cycling that produces a whole system purge. Also, typically 6 sessions will be done over several weeks for optimal results.

6. Why can’t I just use laxatives?
Laxatives draw water in from the body to produce an effect. They can become dehydrating to the person as a whole. Also, laxatives only soften fecal matter. They cannot release the hard impacted fecal matter that is found in the fine grooves of the colon. Enemas are slightly more effective but cannot produce the same effect as a colonic because they are not hydrating and work by irritating the colon.

7. Will I become dependent on colonics?
No, colonics are meant to be a natural option for cleansing one’s system. They are not meant to replace a healthy lifestyle and diet. Once your system is working optimally again and lifestyle changes are made if needed colonics may only need to be done periodically to maintain a healthy system.

8. I have some health problems, are colonics dangerous?
Colonics are not for everyone. If you have a health condition that would make it unsafe to have a colonic your practioner would inform you. If you are unsure if a previous health condition is an issue, your practioner can work with your physician to determine if colonics are an option for you.

9. I’m pretty shy, I don’t think I’d be comfortable with the procedure.
Colonic therapy has changed quite a bit over the years. New systems are very dignified and private. Patients are draped at all times and are never exposed. New systems also use a small tube that the patient inserts in their rectum. It feels no different than a small suppository. There is not the risk of perforation like with the older style colonics that were inserted much deeper. Other “embarrassing” questions often include odor. The new equipment used in colonics captures anything released by the patient quickly so there is no odor involved.

10. I’m not really having any problems, do I still need colonic therapy?
As mentioned earlier, colonic therapy is a natural option for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and preventing problems in the future. Some people are concerned that it will flush out the “good bacteria” from the digestive tract. The digestive tract houses good or helpful bacteria, bad or disease causing bacteria, and yeast. Ideally there is a balance of all three. Many people are in a state of imbalance. Colonics combined with diet changes can help restore a healthy equilibrium of intestinal flora. It has been said that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. We take care to do preventative care for our teeth, heart, and other systems of the body. Colonics are another option available to keep you feeling well and healthy.

 

How many sessions are needed?
Initial cleansing and detox will be done over a 30-day period of time.  For best results six sessions of colon hydrotherapy are used.  The first week, two sessions will be given within a 48-hour period of time of one another (24-hour period of time is preferred).  The second week will be a repetition of the first.  The third and fourth week will be one session each a week apart.  The last session will be assessed and if the body is still in a detoxing mode one or two more additional sessions may be recommended.

What will I experience?
The patient will always be modestly covered and no exposure to the therapist is necessary.  The therapist will be present throughout the session to regulate water temperature and flow.  What you will experience is a warm water inflow with a natural urge to release.  Sometimes during detox or any movement of toxins the body may react with a cold sweat, cramping or lightheadedness until that toxin is released and relief is felt.  Our trained licensed colon hydrotherapist will assist with treatment altering water flow using minerals and/or general massage to get you through these times.  All is done to maintain patient’s communication and comfort.

3. Ear Candling
Ear candling has been used for centuries.  It is believed to help relieve earache pain, provide relief from sinus pressure, and allow the ear to naturally push our old earwax.  When the sinuses are clear there is improvement with clarity of hearing, sight, smell, and taste.  It is a non-invasive, peaceful, relaxing experience

4. Infared Sauna
Infrared saunas are a type of therapy that utilizes a dry or radiant heat.  The infrared heat is absorbed directly into the body via conversion.  This means the body absorbs the heat directly.  In a wet heat sauna the air is heated first creating a “hot box” effect where temperatures exceed 200 degrees F.  The high humidity created by pouring water over heated rocks makes for a very uncomfortable environment.  Breathing in such humidity is difficult and excessive sweat is unnecessary for the body to expel toxins.  In a wet heat sauna only the skin and superficial muscles are heated because the process is reliant on the heated air.  In an infrared sauna with direct absorption the heat is able to penetrate much deeper into the tissue for optimal therapeutic effects.  Benefits include increased tissue oxygenation through blood vessel dilation.  There is also a reduction in muscle spasm and joint soreness.  With increase blood flow and improvement of muscle tone, the lymph system is able drain better which improves overall health.