How to Take a Sitz Bath

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How to Take a Sitz Bathby Chet DayI spent the first 52-years of my life thinking a sitzbath was a bath where you sat in the tub with the waterup to your waist.What a surprise to learn yesterday when I was reading

" The Natural Remedy Bible " that I had spent my entirelife with the wrong conception of a sitz bath.On the off chance you're as ignorant as I am, and that isan off chance believe me because I can sure be bone-

headed sometimes, I'd like to share with you today what Irecently learned about the sitz bath. I'm quoting from " The Natural Remedy Bible " : " The sitz bath affects mainly the circulation in the

lower abdominal and pelvic region. It does so withoutinfluencing the circulation in the lower limbs becausethe legs are not immersed. It serves mainly to dispersecongestion in the abdominal and pelvic organs, a common

problem for sedentary workers. " Sitz baths are not to be taken more than three times aweek. Convenient plastic tubs that facilitate the use ofthis application are available, but you can also use an

ordinary bathtub. " Fill the tub about one-third full so that the watercovers the upper portion of the thighs, the seat, and theabdomen up to the navel. It is most comfortable to sit

crosswise in the bathtub with the feel resting on a smallstool set on the floor. " In this positin, the circulation in the back of theknees will not be restricted. With practice, you will beable to take a sitz bath without having to undress

compeltely. To avoid a chill, the upper torso should beclothed, or a light blanket or sheet should be drapedover the shoulders and chest. " Tomorrow we'll look at how you can use a sitz bath tohelp with gas problems.

-- Diana Gonzalez Nothing wastes more energy than worrying - the longer a problem is carried, the heavier it gets. Don't take things too seriously - live a life of serenity, not a life of regrets.

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