How to Give an Enema

An enema is typically used to relieve constipation, and should be used as a last resort. Some people also use enemas as a preventative measure, to cleanse toxins from the colon.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Water
• Enema Bags
• Mild Soap
• Personal Lubricants
• Mild Soap
• Water

1. Gather your supplies. You'll need an enema solution, enema bag and tubing.

2. Purchase a prepared enema solution or make your own.

3. Mix 1 or 2 liters warm water (see how big the enema bag is) with a mild soap solution. Or use plain warm water.

4. Have person lie on left side.

5. Bend knee of right leg. This allows the fluid to flow more easily.

6. Lubricate the tube end with a water-soluble lubricant.

7. Insert the end of the tube gently into the rectum, about 4 to 6 inches.

8. Slowly allow the solution to flow into the rectum. A slow flow helps minimize discomfort.

9. Instruct the person to take deep breaths, and to breathe slowly through the mouth. This will minimize any cramping.

10. Slow the enema or stop it if the person complains of cramps. Once cramping ceases, continue enema.

11. Remove tube when bag is empty.

12. Instruct the person to try to wait three minutes before moving bowels. This will give the best results.

Tips & Warnings

• Changes in diet, an increase in water consumption and exercise can all help relieve constipation. If constipation is a chronic problem, it may be necessary to make lifestyle changes and/or to speak with a doctor.
• Many people who use enemas (also known as colonics) as a cleansing device add herbs to the solution.

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[anonimen]

on 5/3/2009 I have a question that's been bothering me for a while. Is it possible for a human to take a full body enema?Like from the, already cleansed colon, to the small intestine and so forth to the mouth(puking water).Without any severe damage to the organs of course.I have been wondering that ever since i saw a few images with that kind of an enema.

[ChoChang]

on 1/16/2008 What should I wear when giving an enema?

on 8/8/2006 One should also always thoroughly lubricate the rectum and anal entrance prior to inserting the enema nozzle and tip.

on 4/16/2007 I have a place I go for high enemas that really cleans me out well, and I feel wonderful afterward. I try and do these as often as possible, at least every 3 weeks. They use different length colon tubes on me, starting with a 20", then 30", 50" and 60". I find these are far better than colonics for me.

You have to allow lot's of time, at least 3 hours, and it can take up to 5 hours or more. Lots of lubrication is very important, both external and internal. They are given both on my knee's with my head down, and on my back with my legs in stirrups wide apart, bottom elevated.

They take turns giving them , while the other massages me. I know there is a long waiting list, so I consider myself very lucky.

on 6/30/2006 Gently and slowly lubricate the anus; it will help the person relax who is receiving the enema and the process will go much smoother.