Practice of enema during the fasting periods

Practice of enema during fasting

1. SIGNIFICANCE OF ENEMA DURING FASTING BY : INCHARAA S IV YEAR

2. INTRODUCTION An Enema is the procedure of introducing liquids into the Rectum and colon through anus. Enema is used as a treatment in Ayurveda and naturopathy for various medical conditions like constipation and digestive disorders.

3. DEFINITION An enema is a procedure that introduces liquids into the rectum and colon through the anus to be flushed out through the bowels.

4. Requirements Standard enema tube. enema pot. Rubber enema catheter. Liquid.

5. Procedure Lie down on the bed. Buttocks should Be higher Than the Rest of the body. The enema bag with water should be suspended At a height of 3 feet from the body. The nozzle should be introduced into the rectum. Open the stop cork and allow the water to flow Inside the rectum. Ask the patient to walk briskly for 10mins and then evacuate.

6. Significance of enema during fasting Colon Cleansing : Enemas can help flush out accumulated waste, toxins, and excess mucus from the colon, promoting detoxification and improving overall colon health. Relief from Constipation : Enemas can alleviate constipation by softening stool and stimulating bowel movements, providing relief from discomfort and bloating associated with constipation.

7. Hydration : Some enemas use solutions that can hydrate the colon, which can be beneficial for individuals who are dehydrated or have difficulty absorbing fluids orally. Relief from Gas and Bloating : Enemas may help relieve gas and bloating by expelling trapped air and reducing abdominal distension. Potential Symptom Relief : Some individuals report relief from symptoms such as headaches, fatigue, and skin issues after undergoing enemas, although scientific evidence for these effects is limited.

8. MECHANISM On giving enema Distention of the rectum muscles Stretch receptors on the wall of rectum will be stimulated Sends signals to brain Signals via pns and Sns transmit And innervates the rectum increases pns

9. Research paper Comparative Study of cold and neutral enema On autonomic variables In healthy volunteers – Sujatha k j(2020)

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