Nasal Irrigation (AKA using a Neti pot) for Allergy Relief, etc.

I became a firm believer in nasal irrigation around 20 years ago per a recommendation for squelching my own sinus and allergy problems. Several years ago I gave a demonstration of the use of a neti pot to my yoga classmates.  A classmate told me, "After your demonstration, I tried it and it changed my life!  I used to suffer from allergies and have not ever since".  

Recently, a yoga classmate suggested it was time to do another demo for the newer members of the class who may not yet have heard, or been convinced, of the wonders of neti for allergy and sinus problem relief.  Thus, my presentation of this post.  

Here is an article from WebMD website.  Hopefully, being associated with a "MD", it will be given serious consideration by sinus and allergy sufferers.  This is not Eastern witchcraft folks.  It is basic physiology.  Cleanse your sinuses and keep them healthy and irritant free and they will be healthier and less reactive to pollens and allergens and other irritants.  Simple.

"Nasal Saline Irrigation and Neti Pots":http://www.webmd.com/allergies/sinus-pain-pressure-11/neti-pots

The article does not mention that you should always use kosher (non-iodized) salt (1/2 teaspoon per cup of water).  USE NON-IODIZED salt! It will not sting like iodized salt can.  Do not use sea salt!  It is full of other stuff you do not want in your sinuses.  

Your water should not be tap water due to chlorine content; use distilled, bottled, well-filtered, or boiled water.  Body or bath temperature water is recommended.  When your sinuses are really inflamed this may be too warm and a cooler water temp would be better to calm and de-flame your sinus tissues.

Rather than let your nose drain, and possibly splash, over the sink area, consider having a catch basin like an old food container to catch the used water as it exits.

Sometimes I am so plugged up in my sinuses I can not get any water to flow through my sinuses and I have to lay on my back for a few minutes and wait for a clearing to occur, then I rise and attempt it again.

Be sure to keep your neti pot clean and dry between uses.  You should check for residue and mold with a peek inside the pot before each use.

Next, here is a video demonstration so you can see it being done.  VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDSlUuAOnN0

See?  The person is NOT drowning.  Neither will you.  Do not inhale or you will feel like you are drowning.

Good luck and better breathing!

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Dr. Sharon Levin and Dr. Nels Chellen

Levin and Chellen Chiropractic

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