If you have recently had norovirus and are wondering whether colonic help is available to support your recovery, you are not alone. Many clients come to me at Phenomenal Colonics following a bout of norovirus, asking whether colonic hydrotherapy could help restore their digestive balance. In this article I explain what norovirus does to the gut, whether a colonic can help after norovirus, and what I recommend to clients in this situation. As always, please consult your GP before booking any treatment following illness.
What is Norovirus?
Most people used to call norovirus a stomach bug or viral gastro-enteritis. Over the last five years it acquired a new name, and the public now knows it widely as norovirus. Its severity appears to have escalated significantly in recent years.
The virus spreads rapidly — particularly in schools, hospitals, and care homes, and especially during the winter months. Each year it affects millions of people worldwide. In severe cases, particularly among the very young and older people, it can lead to dangerous dehydration. A person too unwell to speak or ask for water faces particular risk, which is why hygiene and attentive care matter so much.
Wash your hands frequently. Disinfect shared surfaces several times a day. Carry hand sanitiser when travelling on public transport. Take no chances.
In my clinic I use an oregano spray — effective, naturally antiviral, and pleasant-smelling, unlike many artificial products. I clean every surface in my working area thoroughly before I begin any session.
Can a Colonic Help After Norovirus?
Norovirus has no specific medical treatment. Rest and hydration are the first priorities. Take a high-quality probiotic and, if necessary, electrolytes during the first couple of days of recovery. Your appetite will likely disappear for several days — plenty of water, vegetable broth, or homemade chicken soup will support recovery well.
Symptoms typically last between 24 and 96 hours, though I have seen cases where recovery took a week or longer. Many people do not initially realise they have norovirus, as the symptoms can resemble food poisoning. In my clinic I have seen many clients over recent years — particularly around Christmas — who assumed they had simply overeaten.
I now refer to a particular type of colonic session as the Norovirus Colonic, because the results differ noticeably from my standard sessions. In clients who have recently had the virus, I find that viral residues remain in the ascending colon, producing higher gas levels than usual. With a specific combination of herbs during the session, the lingering fatigue and nausea begin to lift. Clients start feeling better as we clear these residual viral matters from the colon.
We must always work to strengthen and protect the immune system. It is an ongoing process — one we cannot take for granted.
If you would like to discuss whether a colonic is right for you following norovirus, book a consultation or contact me directly.
For general questions about what a colonic involves, see my colonic irrigation FAQs.
For guidance on norovirus symptoms and recovery, the NHS norovirus page is a reliable starting point.
This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your GP before beginning any new health treatment.
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