neilmed sinus rinse

I am frequently afflicted with sinus infections. I can’t even count how many I’ve had in the past year. My nurse practitioner highly encouraged me to start using a sinus rinsing kit. I have been resisting this practice for YEARS. Sinus rinsing was something I just did not want to try! 3 sinus illnesses within a month changed my mind. Here’s what I’ve found after rinsing my sinuses for 2 days:

1) I can breathe! My nasal passages aren’t nearly as congested.

2) Rinsing is not painful. I was afraid it would feel like I was drowning in a chlorine pool, but it’s not bad at all!

3) I feel better. I’m not sure if this is because of the sinus rinse or the fact that my sinus issue is healing?

I think the kit is definitely worth the $10, especially if it keeps me out of the doctor’s office for a while. Have you tried a sinus rinse?  What are your thoughts?

*Please follow the manufacturer’s directions THOROUGHLY before using this product!  I am not offering any medical advice on this blog.  Contact your health care provider with any health questions/concerns you may have.  Please ask your primary care provider if it is okay for you to use the neil med sinus products )  A very wise blogger brought this important npr.org article to my attention. *