Contraindications & Precautions

Colon Hydrotherapy Screening Process & Informed Consent

At Selah Cleansing Arts, we prioritize your safety and well-being. Professionally administered colon hydrotherapy is generally safe for most individuals, but it’s important to consult your doctor if you have any health concerns prior to scheduling with us.

You may NOT be a candidate for colon hydrotherapy/colonics if you are currently diagnosed with any of the following:

Contraindications / Conditions Requiring Caution or Medical Clearance

• Anal fissure or fistula — tear in the colon
• Anemia — severe
• Aneurysm
• Cardiac disease — severe, including uncontrolled hypertension or congestive heart failure
• Cirrhosis of the liver
• Colitis — acute
• Colon cancer
• Colon surgery — less than 12 months post-op requires a doctor’s referral
• Colostomy
• Crohn’s disease — acute inflammatory, bleeding, or active flare stage
• Diverticulitis — active flare
• Gastrointestinal hemorrhage or perforation — current, or history of (requires doctor’s referral)
• Hemorrhoids — severely inflamed, severely bleeding, or depending on history/location
• Hernia — abdominal or inguinal; depends on location
• Intracranial hypertension
• Kidney dialysis
• Lupus
• Organic heart valve disease
• Pregnancy — depending upon trimester, or as otherwise directed by a physician
• Rectal bleeding — other than minor hemorrhoids
• Rectal or intestinal tumors
• Renal insufficiency
• Tumor — in the rectum or large intestine
• Ulcerative colitis — active or bleeding
• Water fasting — currently (may require a doctor's referral) 

Important Health & Safety Notice
At Selah Cleansing Arts, we are not able to evaluate your medical conditions, medications, allergies, or surgical history to determine the safety of colon hydrotherapy for your individual needs. Your health and safety are our highest priority. If you have any concerns or questions about your current health status, please consult with your licensed healthcare provider before scheduling or receiving any services or procedures.

Disclaimer:

The therapies and services offered at Selah Cleansing Arts are not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease or health condition. No medical claims are expressed or implied. Information shared during your visit is for general wellness purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for medical advice from a licenced prescriber. Always consult your primary care physician to determine whether colon hydrotherapy (colonics) is appropriate for you, based on your personal medical history.