Colon Tubes -- How to Use ??

For me its hard to describe, but with water flowing, it will go. Just take your time and don't push it.

I've read often to use a thicker colon tube so you won't puncture the rectum. That doesn't make intuitive sense. I'd think thinner would be better and thick riskier? How easy is it really to puncture? You've got me worried!!!!

Can you use the soft tubing in aquarium stores? How much real danger is there in puncturing?

Can you actually "feel" the flow differently with a long tube inserted or is there really no feeling at all?

Can you feel the water flow at the end of a long colon tube or only the feeling of it expanding?

I've also found that a larger diameter colon tube is easier to get in to the desired depth. Smaller ones are very prone to looping back toward the point of insertion.

I've also found that sometimes a colon tube will go in with relative ease. Other times even after several tries it just won't go in and I go back to a nozzle.

"I've also found that a larger diameter colon tube is easier to get in to the desired depth. Smaller ones are very prone to looping back toward the point of insertion.

YES, I'VE ENCOUNTERED THIS WITH MY SMALL TUBE FROM TIME TO TIME

SOMEONE SAID THAT "AMYL" HELPS THIS?

I've also found that sometimes a colon tube will go in with relative ease. Other times even after several tries it just won't go in and I go back to a nozzle. "

YEP, THE COLON CAN BE FICKLE... (ROFL)

Where does one find 3/4" to 1" OD Silicone tubing?

Or even 1/2" Silicone Tubing?

Ciao,

Tom

Hi, here in the UK the dairy farms are using silicone piping!

Where i used to work they had a dairy spares dept and there were big rolls of it !

Go find an agricultural store with a dairy section and ask. Bill.

Would there ever be a time when it would not be a wise choice to use a colon tube?if so under what circumstances would it not be advisable?

Use of aquarium tubing as a substitute for a rectal colon tube is not recommended. the main drawback is that aquarium tubing readily kinks and makes deep insertion a problem. because of the kinking problem, it is also susceptible to damaging the colon with the rough edge at the end of the tubing. disposable 'bagenemas' or the ones used in hospitals have tubing similar to aquarium tubing. the difference is that these are not inserted more than 3-4 inches into the rectum and also have the tapered end.

colon tubes are readily available for purchase on the web. only decision is what size to go with. i have tubes ranging in 32fr to 48fr and from 30inches to 48 inches in length. i have these in rubber as well as silicone. it's all a matter of personal preference. if you've never done a colon tube before, suggest u start with a 36fr/30inch.

^^^^ Don't use one if you have abdominal pain, a tortuous colon (abnormally long and/or tangled colon) or known colonic weaknesses or surgery in the last six months, a year is better, as a minimum.

Vinyl or aquarium tubing can be used if the cut end is sandpapered and polished to a smooth rounded surface against a cloth (a bed sheet is fine).

Never force a colon tube in. Do only as much as you're able. It will go in further in time.

I never use nozzles anymore. I now always use a silicone colon tube. I can't get it in all the way, but it sure goes in deeper than a nozzle. My enemas are great, thanks to a colon tube!

Bottoms Up!

Waterwoman

You can do it - but it will probably be uncomfortable the first time. Don't force it. Read up on the proper way to insert.

It is better and easier with a partner. They can do the insertion while you relax and enjoy.

I use a colon tube sometimes but it takes a couple enemas first and then I can get the colon tube in. I just take it slow.

dbl

Turn the water on and let it swim its way to glory! Solo would be hard, but make sure you are wint someone you trust. The tube can hurt you if it is forced.

How do you turn them inwards? Just roll it in and keep pushing it back? For my homegrown supplies I usually take a nail file or some fine sandpaper to the edges, which works pretty well but probably not nearly as good as turning them inwards.

I was thinking about using a torch to smooth out the end, but that really only works for plastics that are too hard to use as a colon tube anyway. Anything thin will just catch on fire and melt, and I haven't even tried this with latex... But it does work on PVC and vinyl tubes (I've done this on other projects, not colon tube making). I suggest using one of those torch lighters you can find at gas stations for $5. They usually have an adjustable flame and are extremely easy to maneuver. A normal lighter might work too, but you will probably end up scorching the tube as well as melting it (not a big deal, it's just carbon, but it looks bad).

I've never used a colon tube but might like to try it. Can someone tell me if it's easy to discern that you've inserted the colon tube past your rectum and "around the corner"? I wouldn't be looking to insert it too deep.

It is actually easy to tell where the colon tube is when you insert it if you know the anatomy and have a stiff enough tube.

Note: I LIKE fat stiff tubes, but I'm in the minority here. You could use a softer tube, fat is still better, but it will have more of a tendency to fold on itself and not go straight along the path through the colon.

You can easily feel the tube through the abdominal wall as it passes through the colon and around the corners. IT TAKES PRACTICE AND PATIENCE TO LEARN. You should be well cleaned out first, especially if you are making your maiden attempts at deeply inserting a colon tube. You will feel resistance as you get to the proximal (innermost) part of the rectum, but once there, a little prodding and back and forth poking will easily get you through, especially if you have allowed some water to flow into the rectum, because once the rectum is filled the entry to the sigmoid section becomes easier. Once the colon tube is in about 10" or so, you will be able to feel the tip of it as the colon (and the colon tube inside) comes from your back (anal/rectal area) to your abdominal wall where the sigmoid colon can easily be recognized and palpated with the colon tube inside. If you are very heavy, you will have a harder time feeling it through the abdominal wall. Keep in mind that the colon rests against the abdominal wall and pretty much in front of all the other organs and parts of the intestine. You should be able to feel the colon tube inside and "massage" it through the colon in the direction you want it to go. Again, full knowledge of colon anatomy is imperative. If you have a tortuous and/or redundant colon, or megacolon, you will have a harder time passing it through, so be especially careful if you fall into one of those categories.

I prefer colon tubes. Right now I'm under visiting nurse care, getting 3 ea soap-suds enemas and then 1 tap water rinse using a 34fr., 20 inch open end and side hole rubber catheter/colon tube with a standard 2 qt open top bag. --every other day. (yahoo)

I also own a 40fr., 30 inch colon tube and a 38fr., 30 inch. The 40 is hasrd to get in...but in all cases:

(1) have the 'giver' dilate your anus, getting KY up as high inside.

(2) after initial insertion, start the flow to help

(3) You'll take more and more comfortably.

(4) have the giver wrap a Kleenex around the tube as he/she pulss it out, wiping down the tube...then 'stuff the Kleenex up your butt so that you something to hang on to while heading for the potty.

--works good.

boxcar

Susie, thanks again for the advice. Wow, you are definitely a pro at this. I personally would never try anything like what you describe with the jerking back and forth of the tube. I assumed that the only possible method of insertion would be a slow, gentle pressure taking many breaks. But as I said, I'd only be looking to get past my rectum; I'd consider that an achievement. Anything more I would consider dangerous.

I assume you sometimes get the tube into your transverse colon. When you start a flow in that area, what does it feel like to you?

I agree with you Jimmy and serialmom.Starting the water flow for insertion does make it slide in more smoothly and feels better too.Lots of lube helps as well.

I think it's not only better but a lot safer as well. I would recommend being with someone who's knowledgeable in using them it is a bad thing to tear the inner walls we're talking serious problems if that occurs so be careful and go slowly and when in doubt stop.

Colon tubes are my favorite too. It is unlikely that you will get more than 18 inches of tube inserted without it dobling back on itself.

I have an older female colon therapist who administers colon tube enemas to me monthly. I would say that more than half the time she is succesful in working the entire thirty inch colon tube completely in me. You can tell that the insertion has been succesful by feeling the end of the tube high up in the right side of your belly when it is in place.

electra

I completely agree with waterwoman please don't ever force a colon tube. You are seriously asking for some serious medical trouble. If you compromise the walls of the of anything along the way you're running a serious risk of contracting peritonitis which is anything but a "a good thing".... Please be careful and if you can have someone who is experienced not someone that says yeah that's cool let's try it! Play safe ....

Ditto on most of the advice, and much easier with someone else at the helm. Clean out first, have the water flowing while you feed it in, back it up if you hit an obstacle, change positions, use a higgensen in the line to give it a little 'burst' of water, use a closed end colon tube and one that's not too small, at least a 32-34 FR.

I use a 40 Fr 30" tube and after a couple of 2 quart cleansing enemas, it's generally quite easy to insert the entire length. Once you're fairly well cleaned out, it goes in easily. Keeping the water flowing makes it easier.

As others have pointed out, NEVER force it. And remember, there are some times when it's just not the day for a full insertion. When those times occur, just enjoy what you got and wait for the next time. I've never had a bad experience with a colon tube, but some are better than others.

I'm solo right now and my favorite way to do the tube is on my back in the tub with my legs up. After the initial cleansing enemas, there's very little left in you and you're free to expel as you desire without making much of a mess. It's very enjoyable to have the tube deep inside and let the water flow out as it flows in. By clenching your anus around the tube you can retain as much water as you wish, and release it at will.

I've never done a tube with a partner and that's the enema event I'm eagerly looking forward to. In my opinion, the colon tube is the most exciting device in the enema equipment inventory.

Peace,

ldb

^^^^ That's why there are so many different toys. Everybody likes something different things.

I bought one of the silicone colon tubes. It seems easier to insert than a 48 french red tube I used to have, though I'm going to buy another thick, red closed ended tube now that I've pretty much gotten the hang of inserting the silicone tube.

Many times I can't get more than half of the silicone tube in. It's a 4 foot tube. Once in a while though, I can get the whole thing in which makes it all worth while.

After evacuating an initial 3 qt soapsuds enema, I can manage to get about 18 inches or so into an empty colon. The first real barrier in getting the tube into the transverse colon. I use all of the techniques mentioned, in and out movements, twisting it to get the curve of the tube oriented to the curve of my colon as well as to ensure the tube isn't kinked, massaging my abdomen, and letting some of the enema to flow in.

I find that I can easily drain a 4 qt bag with ease when I use a tube, with much less of an urge to expel than if I used a regular nozzle (I use 1 inch diameter custom ones from Ro-Jo) or my double balloon nozzle. I think a tube irrigates the deep colon better than a "regular" enema.

Using a tube also prolongs the enema experience, which is always fun. Slowly pulling the tube out at the end of the enema also feels great!

You can do it yourself. Lubricate the tube well, lay on your back and insert it slowly and gently. Do NOT press hard when you feel an obstruction! Just turn the tube left and right pressing gently and it will find its way deep inside your colon. You can reach as far as you want... 😉

Do colon tubes really work better?

Actually, they don't. They are just a lot of fun to insert. Once inserted, they START the water higher up. Notice I said start higher up, because they don't actually get the water any higher than anything else until you are fairly well cleaned out. You can't push the tube through feces as easily as water goes up between the cracks in the feces. A colon tube can make the enema more comfortable in some instances by delivering the water beyond the rectal area, however, once you have a certain amount of water instilled, the internal sphincters open up and the water goes up just as easily with a nozzle as a tube.

The water instillation flows from higher up in the colon and then down to the anus. It helps flush out the tiny remnants of debris better than filling the colon from the rectum. A colon tube is no better for constipation than any other nozzle once you get enough water to flow, they are just fun for us to use. The challenge of achieving the really deep insertion is also appealing to many people.

Open ended ones can really only be inserted when the water is flowing, otherwise they will snag and kink up. As for keeping it in while holding and expelling, that's up to you. it's more work to do it that way, but it could be more fun too, especially if you connect another bag half way through the expelling process 😃