How to wash sinuses

For nasal you can use mineral water, medication, or a saline solution. Can be used for washing sea water. For this 1-1,5 teaspoons of dry sea salt dissolve in a glass of warm water and filter through cheesecloth, folded in 4-6 layers. This solution is good because it quickly reduces swelling. In addition, sea salt contains iodine, which has anti-inflammatory effect.

If sea salt does not, prepare the saline solution, the composition close to sea water. To do this, dissolve in a glass of warm water 1 teaspoon of salt and baking soda and add 1-2 drops of iodine. For nasal irrigation you can use the decoction of chamomile, sage, calendula or alternate them. These broths not only cleanses the sinuses, but also reduce inflammation.

The procedure for nasal rinsing is quite simple. To do this, enter warm water or broth into the syringe, or pour in a vessel with a spout and carefully insert the tip into one nostril. Your mouth needs to be opened – you will be breathing, and lean over the sink, so it will be easier.

Then tilt the vessel or click on the syringe. The jet must not be too strong. Once you get used to the procedure, you can wash the nose elastic, so much more efficient. During the procedure, do not lift the head, water should flow from the other nostril, and not to slide on the language. After all the water is poured several times, take a deep breath and repeat the procedure, pouring the solution into the other nostril.

If your doctor has prescribed you any drops or ointment, remember that they operate most effectively after washing the nose because the mucous net, and the drug acts directly at her. So repeat the procedure every day before using medical drugs.