After looking at them for a while (and getting tired of sinus problems), we bought a Neti Pot.
They are always available at ONF, but within a day, all of them were sold out. We wondered why, and it turns out that they were featured on Oprah last week.
So, we tried it out last night. The experience wasn’t as bad as I thought.
You tilt your head to the side, plug up a nostril with the spout of the Neti Pot, and let the saltwater pour out. It runs through your nasal passages, and out the other nostril. You have to breathe through your mouth, and it kinda feels as if you’re drowning. Then repeat with the other nostril.
It really seems to help. I can breathe ALOT better now. You’re supposed to really see an improvement if you do it daily for three weeks.
The wife and I have tried one of these, and they really do work, even if the overall experience is akin to voluntary water-boarding.
I’ve had horrific allergies for ages and have used just about everything, sprays, netti pots, meds, homemade stuff, etc and found nasal washes to work great to help your sinuses. I’ve tried a few, but found a brand called SaltAire Sinus in particular to be my favorite as it has a built-in pump. I recommend to anyone with sinus problems.
While washing your nose seems like it would be terrible, it’s worth it because it works so well to clean the sinuses. Good Luck!