Irritable bowel syndrome

Colonic irrigation and IBS: what to know before you book

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common digestive condition that can involve abdominal pain or cramps, bloating, diarrhoea, constipation, or changes between different bowel patterns.

People with an established diagnosis of IBS sometimes ask whether they can have colonic irrigation. At Parkland Natural Health, we do not present colonic irrigation as a treatment or cure for IBS. Instead, we assess suitability individually, taking into account your current symptoms, medical history, and any relevant contraindications.

Is colonic irrigation suitable if you have IBS?

Before treatment, your practitioner will discuss your bowel pattern, current symptoms, medication, previous abdominal or bowel surgery and other relevant health information. This helps us decide whether colonic irrigation is appropriate for you and which available option may be most suitable.

Our treatments use a closed-system, gravity-fed method at our Holborn clinic in Central London. The options shown below include specialised colonic treatments as well as consultation and suitability screening.

If your bowel symptoms are new, unexplained or have not been medically assessed, it is sensible to speak to your GP before booking. You should also seek medical advice if you have warning symptoms such as rectal bleeding or unexplained weight loss.

Choose a suitable colonic option

You can view the available treatments below. If you are unsure which option to choose, your practitioner can discuss this with you during your consultation. If colonic irrigation is not suitable after screening, you can receive a full refund.