Nasal irrigation device from Japan relieves stuffy nose
Its winter time and nasal and sinus blockages are at its peak. Many people with allergic rhinitis, allergic asthma, or other lung problems also have nasal and sinus symptoms. About 50 million people in the U.S. suffer from sinusitis each year, but clinical studies show that saline nasal rinses can lessen such symptoms dramatically. For centuries, healthy-minded cultures have employed the rinsing of nasal passages to improve peoples’ all-around health. A salt-water nasal wash, or nasal irrigation, can help relieve a stuffy nose. People from Japan have come up with an ideal irrigation device that is purpose-built for nasal and sinus irrigation and delivers only gentle pressure when used as directed. Just pour the saltwater (brine) into the water reservoir and set to the lowest possible pressure. Just keep the solution temperature akin to your body temperature. Insert the tip just inside your nostril and allow the fluid to run out of your mouth or other nostril. Blow your nose lightly. Repeat the procedure with the other nostril.
A measuring spoon is also provided so that you don’t goof up on the brine solution. You must thoroughly clean the equipment used for a nasal wash to prevent the growth of bacteria. It is important for each family member to have his/her own bulb syringe or nasal adaptor. Priced at 4,580 Yen ($39), this gadget gets its fuel from 2 alkaline cells. Don’t worry as it is not painful at all. On the contrary, it feels good as the water massages the inside the nostril and makes you feel light.
