This modification of the douche is simply an ascending instead of a
descending stream. It can be readily managed by constructing a reservoir
in such position as to give the water ten or twelve feet fall, when the
requisite force cannot be more easily secured. The water is conducted
through a hose, and is allowed to issue through a nozzle near the floor.
The patient sits or lies just over the nozzle, and a few inches above
it.
This is a valuable remedy in treating piles, prolapsus of the bowels or
uterus, and constipation.