Anal Pleasure and Health: A Guide for Men, Women and Couples by Jack Morin Ph.d. Page A
Authors: Jack Morin Ph.d.
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steady, accurate stream of information about what the muscle is doing. Happily, no electronic instruments are needed to provide this information. Your body is already equipped with a supersensitive biofeedback device that you can use at any moment-your finger. By inserting a finger into your anal canal, locating the two sphincters, and paying attention to the information your finger provides, you can learn to relax the muscles at will.
Before you begin to explore inside your anus, you should know that your anal canal and rectum normally contain little if any feces. Your rectum and anal canal are merely passageways for feces which, during a bowel movement, are moved by muscular waves called peristalsis out of the colon and into the rectum and out through the anal canal. Feces are not normally stored in the rectum for long periods of time. However, those who have learned to ignore the rectal reflex or whose feces are not well-formed are much more likely to encounter feces in the lower rectum, a situation that can be remedied by changes in diet and toilet habits.
Bathing is usually adequate for cleaning this area, especially when you learn to feel comfortable putting your finger in your anus as part of bathing or showering. If, however, you are concerned about cleanliness, you might want to give yourself an anal douche.
ANAL DOUCHING (ENEMAS)
ANAL DOUCHING is the process of introducing warm water into the anal canal and lower rectum, holding that liquid inside for a couple of minutes, and then releasing it. An enema involves a similar process, with two big differences. First, the goal is having a bowel movement rather than cleanliness. And second, enemas typically include various stimulating (and irritating) chemicals. There was a time when some children were forced to submit to regular enemas as "treatment"-more like punishment-for constipation or for general health. That practice has mostly stopped, but way too many people still rely on chemical enemas for their bowel movements. Not only can this be habit-forming, but using them too often can ruin a person's ability to have bowel movements naturally.
While it's smart to stay away from chemical enemas, plain water douching solely for the purpose of cleaning the anus and lower rectum is harmless, with no negative side-effects if done sensibly. Many people report that the feeling of cleanliness that results helps them relax because they're no longer concerned about encountering feces during anal play.
There are four basic means of anal douching. First, you can buy a disposable Fleet® enema at the drugstore. It comes in a plastic bottle with a flexible, lubricated tip for insertion into the anus. Just empty out the unnecessary chemical solution and fill the container with warm water. It can be used over and over again as long as the tip is thoroughly washed after each use. Second, you can get a rubber bulb-shaped "ear syringe" sold in drugstores for gently cleaning the inner ear, and use it the same way. Both of these methods will introduce a relatively small amount of water into the lower rectum. For many people, though, it's just the right amount. Some people use a plastic turkey baster with a rubber bulb, but these are made of hard plastic, often with rough edges and seams, so I don't recommend them.
For those who wish to introduce water farther into the rectum, a third alternative is a rubber bag with a hose, a clip to regulate water flow, and a rounded tip designed for vaginal douching. The bag is suspended above the user so that the water flows easily via gravity. Finally, several products specifically designed for anal douching can be permanently installed between the water supply and the shower head. These can be quite convenient for regular users, but they must be used with very low water pressure. Water temperature must also be carefully monitored-not too hot!*
Some people enjoy the process of anal douching, whereas others merely tolerate it as a practical
Before you begin to explore inside your anus, you should know that your anal canal and rectum normally contain little if any feces. Your rectum and anal canal are merely passageways for feces which, during a bowel movement, are moved by muscular waves called peristalsis out of the colon and into the rectum and out through the anal canal. Feces are not normally stored in the rectum for long periods of time. However, those who have learned to ignore the rectal reflex or whose feces are not well-formed are much more likely to encounter feces in the lower rectum, a situation that can be remedied by changes in diet and toilet habits.
Bathing is usually adequate for cleaning this area, especially when you learn to feel comfortable putting your finger in your anus as part of bathing or showering. If, however, you are concerned about cleanliness, you might want to give yourself an anal douche.
ANAL DOUCHING (ENEMAS)
ANAL DOUCHING is the process of introducing warm water into the anal canal and lower rectum, holding that liquid inside for a couple of minutes, and then releasing it. An enema involves a similar process, with two big differences. First, the goal is having a bowel movement rather than cleanliness. And second, enemas typically include various stimulating (and irritating) chemicals. There was a time when some children were forced to submit to regular enemas as "treatment"-more like punishment-for constipation or for general health. That practice has mostly stopped, but way too many people still rely on chemical enemas for their bowel movements. Not only can this be habit-forming, but using them too often can ruin a person's ability to have bowel movements naturally.
While it's smart to stay away from chemical enemas, plain water douching solely for the purpose of cleaning the anus and lower rectum is harmless, with no negative side-effects if done sensibly. Many people report that the feeling of cleanliness that results helps them relax because they're no longer concerned about encountering feces during anal play.
There are four basic means of anal douching. First, you can buy a disposable Fleet® enema at the drugstore. It comes in a plastic bottle with a flexible, lubricated tip for insertion into the anus. Just empty out the unnecessary chemical solution and fill the container with warm water. It can be used over and over again as long as the tip is thoroughly washed after each use. Second, you can get a rubber bulb-shaped "ear syringe" sold in drugstores for gently cleaning the inner ear, and use it the same way. Both of these methods will introduce a relatively small amount of water into the lower rectum. For many people, though, it's just the right amount. Some people use a plastic turkey baster with a rubber bulb, but these are made of hard plastic, often with rough edges and seams, so I don't recommend them.
For those who wish to introduce water farther into the rectum, a third alternative is a rubber bag with a hose, a clip to regulate water flow, and a rounded tip designed for vaginal douching. The bag is suspended above the user so that the water flows easily via gravity. Finally, several products specifically designed for anal douching can be permanently installed between the water supply and the shower head. These can be quite convenient for regular users, but they must be used with very low water pressure. Water temperature must also be carefully monitored-not too hot!*
Some people enjoy the process of anal douching, whereas others merely tolerate it as a practical
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